Associate Director, QI, New Jersey

Overview:
Join a Team That Changes Lives

 

For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.

 

Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.

 

At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer:

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages

Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay

Paid On-the-Job Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth

Flexible Schedules

Retirement Savings Plan

 

Join us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today.

Responsibilities:
PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Associate Director, Quality Improvement provides administrative oversight of major segments of the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Program; develops new policies, systems, and procedures; reviews and revises existing policies, procedures, and protocols; and provides direct oversight of the Quality Improvement (QI) Department in the absence of the Director.

 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participate with the Director, and in collaboration with operational leadership, in the development and execution of the Adult IDD Services Quality Management Plan and the scoring and assessment of the designated Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) through tasks including but not limited to reviewing reports quarterly, determining whether KPIs are being met, and following up with operational leadership if KPIs are not met to ensure regulations are being followed and that Plan-Do-Check-Act quality management process is implemented and followed to ensure quality care

Participate in the development and execution of departmental processes, including development of the framework of a state-wide QI department with tasks including but not limited to developing a master audit schedule and pertinent audit tools in order to ensure programs are supported and can best meet regulatory requirements

Participate in the development, implementation, and monitoring of quality improvement training and orientation programs for all staff, in coordination with operational leadership and Learning and Staff Development, to ensure processes are followed and training requirements are met to meet programs' compliance to federal and state standards, laws, and regulations

Conduct inspections and audits (e.g., quality checks, building audits) with tasks including but not limited to direct observation and records reviews to ensure continuous improvement of programming and living environment, that each program is audit-ready, and to ensure compliance with licensing agency and Regional Center standards, and federal and state regulations

Lead the auditing and licensing surveys by hosting outside agencies, providing initial documentation, including but not limited to contacting and collaborating with internal and external team members, and assisting with any requested documentation in preparation and execution of audits and reviews completed by the Regional Center, licensing and other monitors, as deemed necessary and assist the team with audits

Assist the program administrators and regional directors in developing and coordinating Corrective Action Plans (CAP) through tasks including but not limited to verifying documentation, coordinating with program operational leadership to develop the CAP, and ensuring CAP is followed to comply with licensing and Regional Center requirements

Participate in the development and execution of training programs for all new and current personnel to ensure all trainings are up to date and aligned with any changes in federal or state regulations and standards

Complete investigations as requested, including obtaining statements, documents and other information relative to the case and leading the wrapup meeting with appropriate stakeholders to discuss the investigation findings and report out if there are any questions

Complete reviews of investigations to check for effective and consistent process and oversee compliance with tasks including but not limited to reviewing all investigations to ensure they are completed, providing feedback to the investigator, when needed; reviewing the administrative meeting information; and meeting as peers to ensure all processes are followed per policy

Assist the QI Department Director to recruit, hire, performance manage, and oversee QI personnel as identified to ensure tasks and assignments are completed

Assist the QI Department Director to gather and maintain required documentation for provider qualification and provider monitoring to ensure regulatory compliance

Maintain a Certification in Quality Management by Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) or an equivalent certification in the state of CA and/or obtain relevant training to continuously improve skills and increase information in order to analyze and recommend for department and/or process improvement

Oversee and direct QI Team in the absence of the Director of QI

Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and crisis intervention using agency-trained protocols

Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors or Master's degree in a human services field, including but not limited to sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, psychology, all professional disciplines (e.g., Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, physical therapy assistant, speech-language pathologist, audiologist), academic disciplines associated with the study of human behavior (e.g., speech communication, gerontology), human skill development (e.g., counseling, human development) or related field preferred

Two (2) years of experience in quality improvement activities, such as auditing, training, data analysis, process design, etc.

One (1) year of experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or other developmental disabilities

Supervisory experience preferred

Obtain and maintain a Certification in Quality Management by Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) or an equivalent certification in the state of CA, upon hire or within twelve (12) months of hire

Demonstrated knowledge of California regulations relating to programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities, including but not limited to community residential services

Demonstrated knowledge of the Department of Social Service's Community Care Licensing standards and regulations

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, priorities

Demonstrated strong attention to detail

Demonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make decisions with little or no need for direct supervision

Demonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actions

Must be able to perform CPR and crisis intervention using agency-trained protocols

Ability to work independently

Demonstrated strong organizational and prioritization skills

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team and to lead teams

Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated intermediate experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; PowerPoint preferred

Experience using Electronic Health Record (EHR) a plus

Must possess a current, valid driver's license in state of residence, have a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience within the United States, and have an acceptable driving record

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.