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Role Description

The Human Services Surveyor position conducts annual on-site visits to licensed childcare providers to assure regulatory compliance.

• Conduct unannounced inspections for licensed, certified, and registered providers for compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Perform a thorough review of children and staff files.
• Review policies and procedures.
• Inspect facility buildings and their contents.
• Require regional travel with some over-nights.
• Interview staff and collaterals as part of the investigative process.
• Write reports with proper grammatical usage.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• Two years of professional experience in emergency medical services, a health/human services program, or two years of experience in inspection/investigative work or a combination of both or a related field.
• Additional professional training in health services, human services, social work, or a related field will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Additional experience in the above fields, or a related field, will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.

Requirements

• Ability to interpret and apply Kentucky Statutes and Regulations.
• Computer skills to include, but not limited to- Outlook, Excel, Word, Adobe, and internet-based software.
• Ability to work under pressure with time restraints.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Organization and time management skills.
• Experience with large caseloads.

Company Description

The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) is one of the largest agencies in Kentucky state government, with nearly 6,000 full- and part-time employees located across the Commonwealth focused on improving the lives and health of Kentuckians.

• The Division of Regulated Child Care (DRCC) is responsible for licensing and certification of child-care providers, as well as residential child caring facilities and child placing agencies.
• DRCC investigates complaints against these facilities, ensuring that proper regulatory action is in place.
• This Division plays an intricate part in the health, safety, and welfare of Kentucky's children.