Licensing Specialist - Samh

Position: LICENSING SPECIALIST - SAMH - 60007679 1
Requisition no: 867953

agency: children and families

working title: licensing specialist - samh -  1

pay plan: career service

position number:

salary: $47,500.00

posting closing date: 03/13/2026

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to be considered for this position responses to the qualifying questions are required and must be verifiable based on your submitted application.

this is not a telework position.

the successful applicant for this position will be a substance abuse licensure specialist and will personally help ensure substance abuse treatment services are safe and follow all laws, rules, and regulations.

when individuals enter substance abuse treatment, it's a critical time in their lives because they are emotionally and often physically vulnerable. When treatment programs do not follow the proper procedures, their clients can be hurt or worse.

substance abuse licensure specialists are focused on the health, safety, and welfare of fellow floridians and thousands of out-of-state clients who come to florida seeking substance abuse treatment each year. A licensure specialist is:

• auditor
• technical assistance provider
• negotiator
• client advocate

in addition, the substance abuse programs' licensure specialists work with all the unique treatment programs available in florida. These establishments range from very small programs with less than five employees to large organizations with more than 50 employees on multiple campuses. Also, some programs focus on indigent clients with few financial resources while others cater to clients who can pay for services with insurance or with their own funds.

In short, every provider (and every day) is different.

job responsibilities

to meet this challenge, licensure specialists work diligently to complete the following tasks:

• responsible for licensing, monitoring, and evaluating substance abuse treatment programs regulatory compliance using chapter 397 f.s., chapter 65d-30 f.a.c., and cfop 155-31 as guidance documents.
• review provider applications, monitor substance abuse provider locations and license providers yearly per licensing standards.
• generate monitoring reports and corrective action reports as required.
• develop proficiency with the provider licensing and designation system (plads).
• monitors licensure and fine payments are entered into plads.
• responsible for the oversight of the designation/re-designation of the baker act receiving facilities assuring regulatory compliance under chapter 394 f.s., and 65e-12 f.a.c. As assigned.
• skills include, but not limited to, time management skills, conflict resolution skills, cultural competency, customer service focused, ethical conduct, computer literacy, and strong communication skills.
• contributes to statewide licensure calls conducted monthly.
• attendance at a monthly statewide ba call
• review all sa and mh iras reports of assigned providers to obtain additional information or investigate if needed.
• collaboration as needed w/ community partners such as ahca and the managing entity (ex: audits, investigations, complaints).
• create and maintain community partnerships. Attend community and committee meetings as needed. Attend training opportunities designed to enhance skills and build on current knowledge.
• participate in the review and scoring of local and state prevention grants
• travel as needed.
• other duties as assigned.

knowledge, skills, and abilities include but not limited to:

• knowledge
  • knowledge of chapter 397, f.s., and 65d-30, f.a.c.
  • knowledge of behavioral health disorders (substance use, mental health, and co-occurring disorders).
  • knowledge of substance abuse and mental health providers in the local community.
  • knowledge of current substance abuse and mental health systems of care.
  • knowledge of applicable state, federal, and local substance use treatment laws, statutes, and regulations.
  • knowledge of methods for compiling, organizing, and analyzing data.
• abilities
  • ability to use computers, microsoft office applications, and other position required equipment.
  • ability to develop methods for monitoring and evaluating quality of service and regulatory compliance.
  • ability to travel in the local area frequently.
  • ability to analyze and use information.
  • ability to communicate effectively in a business environment.
  • ability to utilize problem solving techniques
  • ability to work independently and as part of a team depending on the situation
• skills
  • develop proficiency with the plads system
  • strong negotiator
  • effectively organize and prioritize work assignments

minimum qualifications:

• must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (with a degree in human services, social work, or social sciences) or two to three years' experience in the substance abuse treatment field (to substitute for a degree type) or one to three years' experience in regulatory or contract auditing (to substitute for a degree type)
• applicants must not have any disciplinary actions within the past twelve months
• applicants must have a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle

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