Quality of Care Licensing Specialist

**Quality of Care Licensing Specialist** ---------------------------------------- SP3 Social Services Worker 3 Regular/full-time Department of Families Centralized Services and Disability Supports , Child and Youth Services Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number: 45816 Salary(s): SP3 $60,011.00 - $79,182.00 per year Closing Date: November 22, 2026 The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities). Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people and persons with disabilities. Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay. An eligibility list may be established to fill current and future regular, term, part-time and/or full-time positions throughout the province and if established will remain in effect for up to 6months. **Candidates are required to submit the resume and cover-letter (Word or fillable PDF only).** The Department of Families is looking for a qualified candidate to fill a Quality of Care Licensing Specialist position located in Winnipeg. Duties: Working as a member of the Placement Resources Unit team, a Licensing Specialist ensures that children and youth experience safe environments and high quality services during their child care facility placement. The Licensing Specialist supports child care facilities by monitoring performance, increasing accountability, and promoting effective system practices to meet the needs of children and youth living in child care facilities. The Licensing Specialist works collaboratively with community organizations and CFS agencies to identify challenges and engage sector resources to support positive outcomes for children and youth. Qualifications: **Essential:** * Post-secondary degree, in Social Sciences, Social Work, or a diploma in Child and Youth Care. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered. * Experience with daily operations and oversight of programs licensed by the child care facilities (other than foster homes) regulation. * Thorough knowledge of the Child Care Facilities (other than Foster homes) Regulation and related standards, policies and procedures. applicable in group care facilities. * Strong verbal communication, including facilitation and presentation skills. * Strong written communication skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point). * Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain effective collaborative relationships. * Exce