What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Specialist position at LifePath, Inc.?
For 50 years, LifePath has been providing a variety of community and residential services to individuals of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout 7 counties in Pennsylvania. LifePath's programs and services are guided by the principal of everyday lives, an environment of respect and dignity and opportunities to make decisions and choices about one's own life.
During visits to residential programs, the Quality Assurance Specialist will ensure all staff are providing supervision to the individuals and following LifePath policies and procedures. Will provide trainings, administer medications, and cover shifts as needed.
SET FULL TIME SCHEDULE!!
32 hours/wk, EO weekend and flexibility for occasional overnight shifts.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals in your community, this is a position for you!!
Quality Assurance Specialist Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the field of developmental disabilities.
- Have working knowledge and understanding of the licensing standards for Chapter 6400.
-At least 18 years of age
-Valid Driver's license with 3-year clean driving record
-Ability to lift 50 pounds
Specific Duties:
- Ability to read and comprehend English language to understand work assignments, LifePath policies and procedures, and perform job safely
- Ensure staff is actively providing the level of supervision required in program plans, implementing individuals’ ISPs and protocol as written and addressing any current health and safety issues.
- Ensure overall quality of residential facilities by conducting random house monitoring as scheduled by the Director, which may include overnight checks.
- Review Medication Administration Records.
- Quiz staff on ISPs and protocols. Provide training when necessary.
- Provide support to staff by responding to and resolving any concerns staff reports to them during their visit. Report any concerns regarding health and safety of the individuals to the Associate Directors and/or on call EIM.
- Assist on call supervisor with training fill in and agency staff. Assist on call with crisis management.
- Complete monitoring reports and review with staff at the end of each visit. Submit reports to the Director at weekly meeting. Submit training documentation to the training department.
- Communicate and interact effectively and tactfully with the consumer, visitors, families, peers and supervisors.
- Take required trainer classes for Fire Safety, Medication Observer and Trainer, and others that the Director may require to train staff.
- Attend monthly safety committee meetings.
- Accompany individuals and staff to emergency room when needed.
- Administer medications when needed and cover openings in schedules.
- Run monthly fire drills when directed by Director.
Excellent Benefit Package Includes:
· Medical/Dental/Prescription and TELADOC
o Full Time employees eligible the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment.
o LOW ANNUAL DEDUCTIBLE
· Paid time off (PTO)
o Up to 13 days accrued in first year of employment
· Tuition Reimbursement
o Up to $1200 after 1 year of service
o Up to $2000 after 2 years of service
· Holiday Pay
o 7 PAID Holidays!!
· 401K Retirement Plan
o LifePath will provide an employer contribution of 40% of the employee’s contribution, provided the employee contributes between 2.5% and 5% of his/her base salary.
· Employer PAID Short Term Disability
o Provides a paid benefit of 13 weeks at 66 2/3% of salary with an initial 7 day waiting period.
· Employer PAID Life Insurance
o Amount equal to twice your annual salary.
· Voluntary Life Insurance & Long Term Disability also available.
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
o Provides 3 FREE counseling sessions per concern.
· Service Recognition Benefit
o After completion of selected service years, employees receive a pay increase and/or pre-tax bonus.
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.60 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,200 - $2,000
