DCY-C-2627-0075 Child Care Recruitment and Mentorship Program

The Department of Children and Youth is seeking a contractor to increase Ohio's supply of licensed child care providers by recruiting at least 120 new providers in communities most in need. The contractor will provide support to these providers through the licensure process and assist them in establishing and operating child care businesses that adopt effective business practices. The contractor will also develop informational materials, offer coaching and training to child care staff, and provide a software platform to support providers in performing key business functions. Key aspects of the job include: • Recruiting and licensing at least 120 new child care providers • Providing support to providers through the licensure process • Assisting providers in establishing and operating child care businesses • Developing informational materials for licensed providers • Offering coaching and training to child care staff • Providing a software platform to support providers in performing key business functions