ABA Clinic Licensing Administrator

ABA Clinic Licensing Administrator

Salary

$101,700.00 Annually

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

IHA 07251 8/12/2026

Department

Colorado Department of Human Services

Division

OCYF - Child Welfare

Opening Date

08/12/2026

Closing Date

8/26/2026 11:59 AM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

1575 Sherman Street, Denver CO 80203

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

stacy.chinea@state.co.us

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

This position is open to current Colorado residents only

Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details!

Division of Child Welfare: Provider Services Unit

The position is located in the Division of Child Welfare, Provider Services Unit. The Division is responsible for the ongoing implementation of child welfare services in Colorado and supervises county departments of human/social services in the administration of Child Welfare programs, as well as privately operated 24-hour care facilities, child placement agencies, day treatment facilities, and Applied Behavior Analysis Clinics. The Provider Services Unit exists to license, manage, supervise, and provide statewide oversight for privately operated 24-hour childcare facilities, agencies, and clinics, to include Residential Child Care Facilities (RCCFs), Secure Residential Treatment Centers (SRTCs), Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facilities (PRTFs), Qualified Residential Treatment Programs (QRTPs), Homeless Youth Shelters, Specialized Group Homes and Centers, Child Placement Agencies, Adoption Agencies, Respite Child Care Centers (RCCCs), Applied Behavior Analysis Clinics, and Day Treatment Facilities across the State of Colorado. The goals of the unit are to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the youth served in those facilities and to audit and investigate reports/allegations involving licensing violations, facility or agency culpability, and to ensure the safety of children in out-of-home placements using Volume 7 rules and regulations, the Licensing Act, and all other applicable rules and statutes.

Description of Job

This position is deemed 100% Remote Work.

About this position:

This position exists to manage the day-to-day operations of the ABA Clinic licensing teams under the Provider Development Unit and serves as the senior authority for appeal submissions as it relates to licensed providers in the state of Colorado. This position oversees two teams of licensing specialists as well as compliance coordinators tasked with licensing and overseeing daily operations of all of the 24-hour child care facilities, agencies, and ABA clinics in the state of Colorado. This position acts as the senior authority over ABA Clinic licensing processes and collaborates with providers, counties, other Departments, and the public around licensing and adoption rules, regulations, policies, and practices. This position supervises two Social Services Vs - both ABA Clinic licensing supervisors within the unit. This position will be home-based, and travel will be required. This position is designated as remote and is 100% home-based.

Summary of Job Duties:

Program Administration and Strategic Planning

As an administrator in the Provider Development Unit, this position is responsible for administering and running the ABA Clinic licensing teams and all processes associated with both teams. This position manages two teams of licensing specialists, compliance coordinators, and their supervisors and is responsible for the creation and management of systems to operationalize ABA Clinic licensing requirements, including helping staff complete program objectives. This position oversees two supervisors, both of whom have teams of licensing specialists and compliance coordinators each.

This administrator role is responsible for the development of ABA Clinic licensing standards of practice and helps to ensure teams implement rules as written in Volume 7 as well as internal policies as it relates to those rules. This position provides technical assistance and consultation regarding legal requirements, rules, regulations, and program policies to agency/facility staff, Department staff, county staff, community partners, staff in other states, and the public as needed or necessary. This position also oversees data collection and the development of strategic plans and goals for tracking the progress of any program or initiative. This position also is responsible for the strategic implementation of fiscal components of legislation as it relates to ABA Clinic licensing and managing respective budgets.

This administrator attends mandatory meetings as identified by CDHS and/or DCW, which may include Division meetings, staffings, unit meetings, and supervisions. This position also attends meetings and training specific to ABA Clinic licensing requirements, as approved and/or required by their manager. This position attends relevant training relevant to professional development in the performance of ABA Clinic licensing duties. This position is responsible for disseminating information to appropriate partners regarding ABA Clinic licensing practice within the Provider Development Unit.

Appeals Panels Administrator

The 24-Hour Appeal Panels are advisory panels that make recommendations for appeals on published regulations, submitted by counties, agencies, and facilities. This position, along with the Adoption and Licensing Administrator position, is responsible for jointly overseeing the statutory appeals process and the appeals panels, in which members are appointed by the CDHS Executive Director or designee. This position works directly with the Attorney General's Office in the event that an appeal decision is challenged and requested for hearing. This position will request a hearing to be set by the Attorney General's Office and assist in providing their office the necessary documentation and jointly preparing for the hearing. This position will review all appeals prior to them being sent to the Appeal Panels in order to ensure that they meet criteria to be appealed and are complete and accurate.

Rule Development and Consultation

This position advises on interpretation of statutes and rules to the Division of Child Welfare and the Office of Children, Aging, and Community Services. This position is responsible for suggesting adjustments to rules based on changes in policies, practices, and statutes at a statewide level for providers as it relates to ABA Clinic licensing practices. Partners with internal and external stakeholders to identify necessary rule changes to Volume 7 Colorado Code of Regulations.

Training and Technical Assistance

Evaluates the need for training and technical assistance. Develops the training plan and materials, prioritizes training needs, determines training content and methods. Provides training and technical assistance to the ABA Clinic licensing supervisors and their respective teams as well as externally in provider, county, and public-facing meetings. Integrates policy/program changes into training curriculum. Collaborates with appropriate staff to develop and maintain training materials.

Problem Solving

Identifies and detects system problems, and designs solutions to those identified problems. Implement solutions through individual, team, and external technical assistance. Identify barriers in the provider network as it relates to ABA Clinic licensing practices, and provide strategies to overcome these barriers, as appropriate. Use existing statutes, rules, Attorney General's opinion, and guidelines as resources for solving problems. Negotiates between parties to ensure adequate and professional service delivery.

Performs other duties as assigned to support department and division objectives. This position may serve as a liaison and/or primary contact to providers as it relates to licensing and/or adoption.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience Only:

Nine (9) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to nine (9) years.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters in Human Services Field; BCBA or Equivalent

Conditions of Employment

• Full Background CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons): CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services), Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults - Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers)

• This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.

• Motor Vehicle Check, if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle, either in an ongoing capacity while performing their normal day-to-day job duties OR on occasion for training/meetings/client visits/etc.

• Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License or a non-restricted U.S. Drivers License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border

• Out-of-State Driver's License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of employment start date.

• Travel - This position might be required to travel for conferences, site visits, or as needed.

This position may be required to complete overnight travel and infrequent extended travel within the State of Colorado. Auto insurance is also required.

• Other - This position is designated as remote. Employees must maintain a home office, internet, and possibly phone service.
• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant's prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process Explanation

Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

• Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:
• Relevant years of state service experience.

Minimum Qualification Screening Process

A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications in the application form. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."

You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Comparative Analysis Process - Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve reviewing and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from standardized testing.

Your Work Experience/Job Duties

Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.

If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).

Appeal Rights

You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website.

• You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.

• You can find the official appeal form here.

• You must deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:

• By email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), or

• Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or

• Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203), or

• Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:

• At (303) 866-3300, or

• Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules webpage.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply

The Assessment Process

For additional recruiting questions, please contact stacy.chinea@state.co.us

About Us & Benefits

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans

• Medical and dental health plans

• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

• Paid life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

• State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center

• Employee Wellness program

• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

• Remote work arrangements for eligible positions

• *Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Our Values

• We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.

• Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.

• We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.

• Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.

• We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.

• Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

ADA Accommodations

CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.

This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to cdhs_ada@state.co.us.

EEO Statement

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to increasing a "Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a "Colorado for ALL" drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Additional Support For Your Application

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.

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Toll Free Applicant Technical Support

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position.

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If you are a current or former State of Colorado employee, please list your employee number (starts with 997...). Failure to provide this requested information may render your application incomplete, and you may no longer be considered for the position.

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Are you a veteran? Your DD-214 must be uploaded with your application.

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How many years of previous state experience do you have? Enter N/A if not applicable.

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Your legal name is used in the hiring process for background checks. Did you use your full legal name in your application? If not, please update your information before submitting your application.

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This position may require in-state travel to downtown Denver and other areas of the state as needed. Are you willing and able to accommodate this condition of employment?

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Please answer the following application questions in detail and as specific as possible, including your years of experience with each task. These responses are formally reviewed and heavily weighted in the structured application review process. Please acknowledge your understanding of this.

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Describe a time when you coordinated several projects at the same time. How did you prioritize all the projects? How did you keep track of what needed to be done on each one? What tools do you use to check your work?

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In your approach to teaching and coaching, what strategies have you found to be successful and unsuccessful?

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Explain your approach to demonstrating effective customer service with both regulatory and technical assistance activities? Provide an example of a time you utilized this approach to facilitate a successful outcome.

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What is unique about serving youth in ABA Clinic settings? What are the key considerations to providing optimal care in Applied Behavior Analysis therapy?

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Please describe your experience serving as a primary subject matter expert or staff authority in licensing, regulatory oversight, or compliance for ABA Clinics. In your response, please address the following: Program Area Expertise: Detail your experience interpreting and applying specialized licensing rules, local zoning requirements, and fire codes (e.g., International Fire Code standards). Interagency Collaboration: Describe how you have partnered with local zoning authorities, fire marshals, or external jurisdictions to resolve complex compliance barriers or align regulations with operational practices. Programmatic Impact: Provide at least one specific example where your technical consultation, guidance, or recommendations directly resulted in managements adoption of a new or revised program, policy, or operational direction with agencywide impact. (If you do not have this experience, please enter "N/A".)

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