Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Devereux
Job overview
The Quality Assurance Specialist / Investigator at Devereux plays a key role in ensuring safety and compliance by coordinating investigations and supporting quality assurance programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves facilitating investigations with external agencies, coordinating documentation and appointments, presenting cases to review committees, conducting staff trainings on abuse and incident reporting, reviewing complaints, and assisting in policy development and quality assurance committees.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an annual salary of $60,405.84, over 5 weeks of paid time off in the first year, paid orientation, low-cost benefits with a 30-day eligibility period, student loan debt assistance, and access to a career accelerator program with tuition assistance and loan repayment options.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree preferred in Human Services or a related field and at least one year of experience working with adolescents with developmental disabilities.
Career development
Opportunities include professional growth through the ASCEND career accelerator program offering career guidance, coaching, skills development, and financial assistance including tuition and loan repayment.
Work environment and culture
Devereux promotes a culture of safety and zero tolerance for abuse, emphasizing reporting and cooperation with authorities, and values making a positive difference for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Company information
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health New York provides programs and services for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and dual diagnoses, operating from their main campus in Red Hook, NY.
Job location and travel
The position is based at Devereux's main campus in Red Hook, NY, with no specific mention of remote work or travel requirements.
Unique job features
The job features unique involvement in justice and regulatory investigations, liaison work with multiple agencies, and participation in specialized training and quality assurance committees.
Company overview
Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is a nonprofit organization specializing in providing behavioral health, developmental disability, and child welfare services. Founded in 1912 by Helena Devereux, it is one of the oldest and largest nonprofit providers of its kind in the United States. The organization operates across multiple states, offering services such as residential treatment, special education, foster care, and outpatient programs to children, adolescents, and adults. Devereux generates revenue through government funding, private donations, and service fees. Its long-standing history and commitment to evidence-based practices make it a leader in the behavioral health field.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience and passion for working with individuals with developmental disabilities, emphasizing any direct involvement with adolescents or adults in similar settings.
Focus on showcasing skills in coordinating investigations, compliance with regulatory bodies like the Justice Center and OPWDD, and your ability to act as a liaison between agencies, as these are key responsibilities for the role.
Apply through multiple platforms including Devereux's official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you don’t miss any openings.
Connect with current employees in Devereux’s Quality Assurance or Behavioral Health divisions on LinkedIn; start conversations by asking about their experience with the ASCEND career accelerator program or their insights on maintaining compliance with Justice Center investigations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords and phrases from the job description such as 'Quality Assurance,' 'investigations,' 'Justice Center,' 'OPWDD,' 'incident reporting,' and 'staff training' to increase your chances of passing initial screenings.
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