Community Living Arrangements (CLA) Licensure Surveyor- Atlanta

Georgia Department of Revenue•Atlanta, GA

3d•Remote

About The Position

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is hiring a Community Living Arrangements (CLA) Licensure Surveyor in Atlanta. The role conducts compliance surveys of providers, primarily focusing on Community Living Arrangements, to evaluate adherence to Department rules and regulations. The surveyor serves as a subject matter expert in required areas and may support the Division of Strategy, Technology, and Performance based on its needs. The position is remote, with statewide travel required approximately 60–75% of the time on average. Travel levels may vary depending on need. The role involves independently conducting onsite visits, evaluating evidence and provider compliance, determining license eligibility, preparing reports, maintaining records, entering information into databases, and communicating with providers and other stakeholders. It also provides technical assistance to providers regarding applicable policies, rules, and regulations. Employment may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure, or certifications depending on the position. Listed potential requirements include drug screening, a TB evaluation, and annual influenza vaccination. A national and state background check is required by state law.

Requirements

Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and two years of related experience; or
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and four years of related experience; or
Associate's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and five years of experience, including two years in a position directly related to the area of assignment; or
Two years of experience at the lower-level Complnc Specialist 2 (RCP061) or an equivalent position.
Some positions may require certification or licensure.
Some positions may require a valid driver's license.
Statewide travel approximately 60–75% of the time is required.
A national and state background check is required as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of related experience, or an associate's degree in a related field and three years of related experience.
Knowledge of Community Living Arrangement services.
Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Professional licensure or credentialing in a related field, such as nursing, social work, or quality management.
Experience conducting compliance audits based on regulations, legal requirements, or accreditation standards.
Exceptional computer skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Maintain working knowledge of all rules and regulations used to evaluate compliance.
Plan, schedule, and implement assigned compliance surveys.
Evaluate provider compliance and adherence to requirements, draw conclusions based on evidence, develop findings of deficiency, and determine license eligibility.
Prepare detailed, thorough, professional, and accurate reports using data analysis, data interpretation, rules, and regulations to describe complex or technical information that can sustain legal challenges.
Work with other staff to ensure survey instruments adequately reflect provider requirements, policies, rules, regulations, and laws.
Act as a subject matter expert in the field of expertise.
Independently conduct onsite visits.
Maintain records in accordance with State and Federal laws.
Enter information accurately, thoroughly, and promptly into databases and applications.
Communicate effectively and professionally, verbally and in writing, with providers and stakeholders, including other DBHDD offices and divisions.
Provide technical assistance to providers regarding policy, rules, and regulation requirements.
Use critical thinking to determine risks to individuals being served.
Represent DBHDD professionally in interactions with providers and stakeholders.