Compliance and Quality Improvement Manager - Education Services

Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Completes formal internal reviews and specialized risk assessments for YAI Network’s affiliate agencies MSA and iHOPE or other assigned programs at least annually and provides feedback on the findings. Provides on-site support during external audits and surveys. Supports leadership with identifying and mitigating quality and compliance risks and identifying opportunities for training and staff development. Participates in planning meetings related to the development of new sites and programs to provide feedback from a person-centered, quality perspective and to ensure consideration of applicable regulations. Acts as a liaison between applicable leadership and oversight entity/external agency staff, as needed. Assists program leadership with developing a Plan of Corrective Action in response to any external audit findings received and completes appropriate follow-up visits to ensure implementation. Uses education and internal auditing to ensure that programs deliver individualized services and protect the rights of people supported while protecting their health and safety and adhering to all applicable regulations and documentation requirements. Provides guidance and support related to reportable incidents and occurrences as well as compliance and HIPAA concerns. Provides guidance on and monitors compliance with applicable incident reporting requirements (e.g. NYSED, DDD, etc.) for substantiated allegations of abuse and neglect for assigned setting(s). Serves as the primary investigator for all incidents and other sensitive situations for assigned setting(s), collecting information from multiple sources and ensuring investigations are completed thoroughly and timely, in accordance with applicable regulations and internal standards. Writes and submits complete investigative reports to be reviewed by the appropriate Incident Review Committee. Maintains a tracking system for incidents and performs data analysis relating to investigations and trends in incident classifications and substantiated/ founded incidents. Participates in various agencywide committees such as Incident Review, Human Rights, Informed Consent, and Policy Committees; may act as chairperson for committees, as requested or appropriate. May complete billing or other audits, including regularly recurring audits and provide feedback on the findings. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.) Bachelor’s degree in human services, business, compliance or a related field and three (3) years of experience in providing services, oversight, and support, preferably in education, healthcare, social services and/or with the I/DD population as applicable to assigned setting(s); or Satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Strong commitment and passion for the organization’s mission. Unquestionable ethics and integrity, high emotional intelligence and well-developed independent thinking and analytical skills, with commitment to objectivity. Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive information and files. Ability to work well independently and in a team environment, and to manage one’s time effectively. Ability to travel regularly to locations associated with assigned setting(s) and to other YAI locations, as requested. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to quickly learn new software and/or electronic systems. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with ability to work well under pressure and prioritize to meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualification Requirements

Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above) Master’s degree in any field indicated above Experience completing audits and/or reviews of internal systems to ensure compliance with policies, procedures and regulations Previous experience conducting investigations in education and/or social service settings, based on assigned setting(s) Knowledge of State, Local or Regulatory Agency rules and regulations applicable to assigned setting(s), such as New York State Education Department (NYSED) and NYC Department of Education (DOE) or NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) and National Center for START Services Certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) or related training/certification Successful completion of investigator training and/or related certification.

Compensation

$70,000 annually Monday-Friday schedule

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To ensure fairness, safeguard transparency, and promote an equitable workforce environment, YAI Network prohibits the practice of nepotism in the workforce and hiring process.

Our Roots

YAI was launched in February of 1957 out of a small school in Brooklyn, New York. Initially staffed by Co-Founders Bert MacLeech and Pearl Maze MacLeech alone, their pilot program served just seven people. According to Bert, from its very beginning YAI has been dedicated to providing innovative services for the I/DD (intellectual and/or developmental disabilities) community. MacLeech envisioned a, “total life adjustment approach, emphasizing personal growth, social responsibility, employment goals, and the development of independence for the individual.” At a time when institutional living was the norm for people with I/DD, this vision was nothing short of revolutionary.

YAI Today

Today, YAI has a team of over 4,000 employees and supports over 20,000 people in the I/DD community.

YAI supports people with autism, Down syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy, among others. Operating throughout Downstate New York and Northern New Jersey, YAI now offers more than 300 programs for people of all ages.

Better Together

At YAI, we are driven by our mission of living, loving, working, and learning. This applies not only to the people we support, but to our staff as well. Commitment and passion for the work continue to unite employees and drive the organization forward. Empowering the people we support to reach their goals remains at the heart of our organization.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To ensure fairness, safeguard transparency, and promote an equitable workforce environment, YAI Network prohibits the practice of nepotism in the workforce and hiring process.