Virtual Surveyor

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Functional Title: LTCR ICF/IID QIDP Surveyor Job Title: QMRP Surveyor Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Rgn 07-Reg Svc ICF-MRSurCert Posting Number: 17344 Closing Date: 07/27/2026 Posting Audience: TEXAS-B-20 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Telework: Not Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 85% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt Facility Location: Job Location City: WACO Job Location Address: 801 AUSTIN AVE STE B-30 Other Locations: MOS Codes: 6016,6017,8012,8056,1S0X1,2A7X2,2F0X1,43HX,4E0X1,640A,68R,86M0,87G0,87I0,87Q0,8I000,8I100,8S000,AD LS,ME,MSSD,MSSE,MSSR,MST,OAP11,OAP14 If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!
ICF/IID QIDP Surveyor - Starting Market Rate Salary $60,431.88
As part of a collaborative team of public servants, a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) surveyor protects residents’ health and safety by conducting on-site inspections and investigations, including investigations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation, in Texas intermediate care facilities to assess their compliance with state and federal laws and rules. excellent state benefits, including health insurance and retirement; and the opportunity to regularly travel to different facilities within a region and across the state - Please see the Additional Information section below for more detail on travel. In this front-line field position, a QIDP surveyor is mobile and flexible and performs minimal work at an office, though the role does require writing reports detailing any deficiencies/violations against a facility and narrative to support regulatory determinations. We also offer excellent health benefits, a lifetime monthly retirement annuity as well as 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.

Under the direction of a program manager, a QIDP surveyor conducts on-site licensure inspections, complaint and incident investigations, and annual comprehensive surveys to include the investigation of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in facilities to determine compliance with federal and state health and safety regulations.

Communicates clearly and accurately with others (internally and externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, or resolve issues or complaints regarding services provided in intermediate care facilities, which serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and must receive services that meet their specialized needs.

Conducts exit conferences with facility staff regarding findings. Completes inspection or survey reports detailing deficiencies and narratives to support regulatory findings.

Visits long-term care facilities to verify correction of previously cited regulatory violations.

Performs quality assurance reviews of documents prepared by others, for example, publications, assessments, and reports.
In the event of emergency licensure action, be available to assist with non-skilled care and oversight to residents in a facility. Be available for on-call duties for emergencies such as weather events or high-priority situations in facilities or at providers.

Occasionally might need to testify at hearings or in court proceedings to provide information regarding policy/procedures, history, findings, or activities.

Knowledge of principles/methods of evaluating the psycho-social needs of individuals in long-term care facilities.
Knowledge of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Skill in interpreting complex federal and state regulations of facilities that care for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Skilled in performing quality assurance monitoring, certification, survey, or investigation of facilities.
Ability to operate personal computers and software.
Ability to use the computer for writing reports.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Must successfully complete state and federal training and become qualified to conduct surveys independently in the intermediate care facility program within the first year of hire.

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a human service field, including but not limited to sociology, special education, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, counseling, humanities, allied health, behavioral science, early childhood intervention, and medical administration.
Direct experience with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Prefer one year of Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (casework) experience in an intermediate care facility or social work experience in a long-term care setting working with persons with intellectual disabilities.
Experience assessing and implementing active treatment, and health care services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred.
The job requires 80% travel, including statewide travel, overnight, and weekend travel. On-call duties for emergencies or high-priority situations in facilities or at providers may be required. All applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check.

If you are offered and accept the position, you will not be permitted to continue employment at any HHSC regulated facilities or providers. If you are an active or former licensed nursing facility administrator, certified nurse aide, or medication aide, hiring will be pending until professional licensing and Employee Misconduct Registry checks are completed.Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Telework Disclaimer:
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.