Quality Assurance Specialist - SDS

The Center For Family Support•Bronx, NY

5d•$52,000 - $55,000

About The Position

The Quality Assura nce Specialist for Self-Directed Supports is responsible to ensure compliance , oversight, and adherence to all program r egulat ion s set forth by OPWDD Self Dir ected Services and agency guidelines. The Center for Family Support (CFS) mission is to provide support and assistance to individuals with developmental and related disabilities. We are the first agency in New York to achieve the Council on Quality and Leadership Certification (CQL). By achieving this certification, it shows our commitment and dedication to creating services that enhance and improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. Our industry-leading benefits include: 401(k) Dental Insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in health-related field preferred , familiarity with current r egulat ions and 2+ years of experience with s upporting indi vi duals in th e OPWDD system.
1+ year of experience with Self-Directed Services/Supports pref erre d.
Ability to maintain a high lev el of confidentiality
Commitment to company va lue s and adherences to policies is excpected
Familiar with OPWDD / SDS , and OMIG regulatory standards
Knowledge of OPWDD procedures and regulations for programs and service documentation & follow-up
Ability to communicate effectively with others and individuals served is essential
Exceptional organizational skills and diligence required
Ability to work under stringent timeframes and meet deadlines
Must be profic i ent in Microsoft Word and

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience with EVERO
Communication, Relationship Manageme n t, Analytical and critical thinking

Responsibilities

Audit / review department, program and agency business practices, both planned and unannounced. These include corporate compliance audits and record reviews for CFS-SDS.
R ev i ew results of internal audits / reviews with administrative staff, provide technical assistance for correction and document all
Conduct follow-up program reviews.
Support other agency departments in understanding and following regulations and best
Occasionally cond uct investigations of allegations, incidents and corporate compliance issues according to OPWDD and/or OMIG
Conduct intervi ews, examine documents, collect evidence, and write reports concerning allegations of abuse and/or other incidents requiring investigation.
Complete any ne eded follow up tasks relating to inve s
Provide, implement, and monitor recommendations as a r esult of investigations and audits to ensure follow-through, as assigned.
Participate on agency committees as
Carry out tasks as delegated by supervisor(s).
Position requires flexible hours; off hours on call respon s ibilities ; and travel to all agency sites as needed.