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Regional Licensing Officer
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Job Title: Regional Licensing Officer
Job Requisition ID: 88669
Ministry: Children and Family Services
Location: Red Deer or Wetaskiwin
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Temporary
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: November 10, 2026
Classification: Human Services Worker 3
Salary: $2,533.03 - $3,264.69 bi-weekly ($66,112 - $85,208/year)
The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding career opportunities.
The Ministry of Children and Family Services funds programs and services to support vulnerable children, youth, families, and individuals to live safely and succeed in Alberta. This includes providing services and resources to protect children and youth from abuse and neglect and effectively address harm that has placed them in need of intervention. Mentoring and support services are available to youth transitioning into healthy, productive adults. The ministry also invests in community-based groups that support prevention and early intervention services such as Family Resource Networks, youth emergency shelters as well as programs that raise awareness and help respond to family violence, sexual violence, and abuse.
Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging opportunity to use your strategic thinking and enhance your analytical skills? Do you have what it takes to join a group of professionals committed to making a real difference in the lives of children, youth, and families?
The Regional Licensing Officer will monitor and license residential facilities in accordance with the Child Youth and Family Enhancement Act (CYFEA) to ensure quality of care and accountability for children in the custody or guardianship of the Director.
Review and process applications for licenses or license renewals.
Complete environmental safety assessments.
Inspect and monitor compliance for all licensed facilities. Conduct regular inspections and audits of licensed facilities to assess compliance with regulatory standards, including the Alberta Child Youth Family Enhancement Act, Residential Facilities Licensing Regulation, Enhancement Policy, contracts, agreements, and agency policies.
Assist in identifying emerging issues in the region, assess potential impacts, develop action plans, and recommend and implement mitigation strategies to address areas of non-compliance.
Ensure services are delivered in a strength based, proactive manner and adhere to legislation, regulations, and policy.
Collaborate with Child Intervention, Alberta Health Services, municipality services, and agencies related to reported incidents and inspection concerns.
Respond to all residential licensing related inquiries made by Albertan's.
Complete all required paperwork, reports, and applications and maintain physical and electronic files.
Ensure that all data management systems are kept up to date.
General data entry and collection of required documents.
Assist in responding to Minister's Action Requests and Regional requests for information/support.
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
Systems Thinking: Takes a long-term view towards organization’s objectives and how to achieve them:
Takes holistic long-term view of challenges and opportunities.
Anticipates outcomes and potential impacts, seeks stakeholder perspectives.
Works towards actions and plans aligned with APS values.
Works with others to identify areas for collaboration.
Develop Networks: Makes working with a wide range of parties an imperative:
Creates impactful relationships with the right people.
Ensures needs of varying groups are represented.
Goes beyond to meet stakeholder needs.
Ensures all needs are heard and understood.
Creative Problem Solving: Engages the community and resources at hand to address issues:
Engages perspective to seek root causes.
Finds ways to improve complex systems.
Employs resources from other areas to solve problems.
Engages others and encourages debate and idea generation to solve problems while addressing risks.
Agility: Creates an adaptable environment:
Fosters agility, proactive and flexible practices
Leads and creates momentum for change.
Champions plan of action and overcomes barriers through proactive anticipation.
Quickly understands and reacts to environment, establishing flexible culture
Qualifications
Required:
A related university degree (bachelor’s degree in business administration, Public Policy, Public Health, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or another relevant field) plus 1 year of progressively responsible related experience; or an equivalent as described below
Equivalency: A related diploma and 2 years related experience; or related certificate and 3 years related experience.
Knowledge of the following is necessary:
Providing information, consultation, orientation, evaluation, and ongoing monitoring to prospective and existing residential placement providers, including Foster Homes, Group Homes, and Residential and Secure Facilities.
Working collaboratively with contracted agency foster homes, residential care facilities, and Delegated First Nations Agencies (DFNAs).
Legislative, regulatory, and policy requirements related to residential placements, including the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act, Residential Facilities Licensing Regulations, and Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Policy.
Skills and Abilities:
The successful candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to make sound assessments and good decision-making skills. The successful candidate will possess the following attributes:
Computer and technology
Organization
Time management
Crisis Intervention
Ability to work independently
Observation and Documentation
Communication
Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution
Networking
The following will be considered assets:
Regulatory compliance knowledge
Experience working with stakeholders
Strong written and verbal skills
Knowledge of data base systems CYIM (Child Youth information Management) and CICIO (Child Intervention Case Information online)
We are currently hiring for one full-time temporary position with an expected end date of September 2027. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (36.25 hours/week).
Work location – Red Deer or Wetaskiwin
Travel is required throughout South-Central Region
Role Requirements
You carry a valid Class 5 Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle.
A cover letter is required. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 – June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.
Pre-Employment Requirements
As part of the application process, you are required to complete and satisfactorily qualify on:
Interview,
Academic credential check,
Professional and/or academic reference checks,
Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector,
Intervention Record Check,
Employee Record Check
5-year commercial driver’s abstract
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
Links and information on what we have to offer:
Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contactBaiju Jacob at [email protected]
#J-18808-Ljbffr
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Job Title: Regional Licensing Officer
Job Requisition ID: 88669
Ministry: Children and Family Services
Location: Red Deer or Wetaskiwin
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Temporary
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: November 10, 2026
Classification: Human Services Worker 3
Salary: $2,533.03 - $3,264.69 bi-weekly ($66,112 - $85,208/year)
The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding career opportunities.
The Ministry of Children and Family Services funds programs and services to support vulnerable children, youth, families, and individuals to live safely and succeed in Alberta. This includes providing services and resources to protect children and youth from abuse and neglect and effectively address harm that has placed them in need of intervention. Mentoring and support services are available to youth transitioning into healthy, productive adults. The ministry also invests in community-based groups that support prevention and early intervention services such as Family Resource Networks, youth emergency shelters as well as programs that raise awareness and help respond to family violence, sexual violence, and abuse.
Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging opportunity to use your strategic thinking and enhance your analytical skills? Do you have what it takes to join a group of professionals committed to making a real difference in the lives of children, youth, and families?
The Regional Licensing Officer will monitor and license residential facilities in accordance with the Child Youth and Family Enhancement Act (CYFEA) to ensure quality of care and accountability for children in the custody or guardianship of the Director.
Review and process applications for licenses or license renewals.
Complete environmental safety assessments.
Inspect and monitor compliance for all licensed facilities. Conduct regular inspections and audits of licensed facilities to assess compliance with regulatory standards, including the Alberta Child Youth Family Enhancement Act, Residential Facilities Licensing Regulation, Enhancement Policy, contracts, agreements, and agency policies.
Assist in identifying emerging issues in the region, assess potential impacts, develop action plans, and recommend and implement mitigation strategies to address areas of non-compliance.
Ensure services are delivered in a strength based, proactive manner and adhere to legislation, regulations, and policy.
Collaborate with Child Intervention, Alberta Health Services, municipality services, and agencies related to reported incidents and inspection concerns.
Respond to all residential licensing related inquiries made by Albertan's.
Complete all required paperwork, reports, and applications and maintain physical and electronic files.
Ensure that all data management systems are kept up to date.
General data entry and collection of required documents.
Assist in responding to Minister's Action Requests and Regional requests for information/support.
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
Systems Thinking: Takes a long-term view towards organization’s objectives and how to achieve them:
Takes holistic long-term view of challenges and opportunities.
Anticipates outcomes and potential impacts, seeks stakeholder perspectives.
Works towards actions and plans aligned with APS values.
Works with others to identify areas for collaboration.
Develop Networks: Makes working with a wide range of parties an imperative:
Creates impactful relationships with the right people.
Ensures needs of varying groups are represented.
Goes beyond to meet stakeholder needs.
Ensures all needs are heard and understood.
Creative Problem Solving: Engages the community and resources at hand to address issues:
Engages perspective to seek root causes.
Finds ways to improve complex systems.
Employs resources from other areas to solve problems.
Engages others and encourages debate and idea generation to solve problems while addressing risks.
Agility: Creates an adaptable environment:
Fosters agility, proactive and flexible practices
Leads and creates momentum for change.
Champions plan of action and overcomes barriers through proactive anticipation.
Quickly understands and reacts to environment, establishing flexible culture
Qualifications
Required:
A related university degree (bachelor’s degree in business administration, Public Policy, Public Health, Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, or another relevant field) plus 1 year of progressively responsible related experience; or an equivalent as described below
Equivalency: A related diploma and 2 years related experience; or related certificate and 3 years related experience.
Knowledge of the following is necessary:
Providing information, consultation, orientation, evaluation, and ongoing monitoring to prospective and existing residential placement providers, including Foster Homes, Group Homes, and Residential and Secure Facilities.
Working collaboratively with contracted agency foster homes, residential care facilities, and Delegated First Nations Agencies (DFNAs).
Legislative, regulatory, and policy requirements related to residential placements, including the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act, Residential Facilities Licensing Regulations, and Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Policy.
Skills and Abilities:
The successful candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to make sound assessments and good decision-making skills. The successful candidate will possess the following attributes:
Computer and technology
Organization
Time management
Crisis Intervention
Ability to work independently
Observation and Documentation
Communication
Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution
Networking
The following will be considered assets:
Regulatory compliance knowledge
Experience working with stakeholders
Strong written and verbal skills
Knowledge of data base systems CYIM (Child Youth information Management) and CICIO (Child Intervention Case Information online)
We are currently hiring for one full-time temporary position with an expected end date of September 2027. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (36.25 hours/week).
Work location – Red Deer or Wetaskiwin
Travel is required throughout South-Central Region
Role Requirements
You carry a valid Class 5 Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle.
A cover letter is required. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 – June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.
Pre-Employment Requirements
As part of the application process, you are required to complete and satisfactorily qualify on:
Interview,
Academic credential check,
Professional and/or academic reference checks,
Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector,
Intervention Record Check,
Employee Record Check
5-year commercial driver’s abstract
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
Links and information on what we have to offer:
Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contactBaiju Jacob at [email protected]
#J-18808-Ljbffr