Quality Assurance Coordinator OPWDD-Part Time

Quality Assurance Coordinator OPWDD-Part Time

Job Summary:

The GRACE Foundation of NY is looking for a dedicated and organized Quality Assurance coordination to join our team! If you have a strong understanding of OPWDD regulations or have training from the Justice Center as an investigator, and enjoy supporting people with autism, then this could be a meaningful role for you.

Responsibilities

Program Supports

• Conduct internal audits of OPWDD-funded programs
• Serve as Corporate Compliance Officer for Agency.
• Ensure documentation of services provided are accurate and within OPWDD and Medicaid regulations
• Responsible for assisting with preparation of agendas for Staff Training, In-Service Training and any other required trainings, and ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations.
• In conjunction with Human Resources Department, Write policy and procedures for Agency programs.
• Develop Risk Management Plan for Agency and ensure compliance in conjunction with Human Resources
• Conduct comprehensive clinical record reviews and other internal quality reviews with a specific focus on Medicaid OPWDD and Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
• Work with program staff to address any audit findings and improve documentation and procedures
• Ongoing review to ensure that all participant records are up to date, approved for services by OPWDD and accurate (enrollment, increase in units, decrease in units, discharge) via CHOICES.
• In the presence of Human Resources and/or Executive Director, conduct necessary investigation meeting(s) and document findings and ensure all steps are taken to close out any open issues. Reports to incident management system (OPWDD/IRMA) as per regulatory requirements.
• Review all incidents and occurrences, chairs quarterly Incident Review Meetings, prepares trend reports and ensures all recommendations and safeguards are followed. Reviews Participant/Employee Satisfaction Surveys and makes recommendations for improvements as needed.
• Attend external committee meetings as requested.
• Track/audit employee evaluations (DSP), enter into Evero, and identify training needs based on error trends.
• Work with staff to train on compliance with regulations, policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Executive Director.
• Provide feedback to Executive Director about compliance with regulatory standards and quality documentation.
• Track training requirements for program staff and assist with in service training as needed.
• Conduct internal self- audits for agency departments as requested.

General

• Ensure health, safety & welfare of individuals through understanding of rights and regulations
• Maintain individual/ family confidentiality
• Attend all trainings and in services provided
• Commitment to company values and adherence to policies

Qualifications & Work Experience

• BA Degree in a human services field. Master’s Degree a plus.
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• Must have knowledge of quality improvement processes.
• 3 years’ experience working with OPWDD in a quality assurance capacity.
• Maintain high level of confidentiality and professionalism in all work processes and interactions with staff at all levels.
• Strong communication skills and time management skills.
• Strong computer skills including working knowledge of Evero, CHOICES, Irma systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust as required.
• Flexible schedule.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all situations.
• Act as positive role model while interacting with staff at all levels.

This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 20 per week

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours

Ability to Commute:

• Staten Island, NY 10314 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Staten Island, NY 10314: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $27