November 3 Child Care Provider Updates

Child Care Counts October Application Being Reviewed

The latest payment program application period is closed. Applications for the October Child Care Counts: Stabilization Payment Program are being reviewed. Providers will be notified of their eligibility for funds by November 18, 2022, via a payment letter uploaded to the Child Care Provider Portal.

The next update/application period is November 21-29, 2022. See the Child Care Counts Calendar for future Count and Application Weeks.

Spending Deadline Reminder

All Stabilization Payment Program funds must be spent within 120 days from the date of the payment letter. See the Use of Funds section of the Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

  • June 2022 funds must be spent by November 12, 2022.
  • July 2022 funds must be spent by December 17, 2022.

If you need assistance, please email DCFDECECOVID19CCPayments@wisconsin.gov or call and leave your detailed questions at 608-535-3650.

Child Care Counts Información en español.

Reminder: DCF is Hiring

The Division of Early Care and Education, Bureau of Early Care Regulation, is hiring a 60 percent Licensing/Certification Specialist position in their southeastern region. This position evaluates, licenses and monitors assigned child care programs (family child care, group child care, day camps) through in-person on-site visits to determine compliance with regulations established by the Department of Children and Families in order to protect and promote the health, safety, and welfare of the children being served. This position is headquartered at our 141 NW Barstow Street, Waukesha, WI location and will have the option of working remotely up to 95 percent. The deadline to apply for this position is November 9, 2022.

View all open DCF positions at Wisc.Jobs.