Crisis Certification Reviewer- Atlanta

Georgia Department of Revenue; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks a Crisis Certification Reviewer to assess providers for compliance with rules, assess ARMHP facilities, and support CSU/BHCC expansion across Georgia. The role requires SME knowledge in counseling, nursing, or related fields and collaboration with multiple DBHDD divisions.

The position involves statewide travel (about 50%), remote work availability, and emphasis on data-driven findings, corrective actions, and adherence

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED with 4 years of related experience; or 2 years at the lower level (Complnc Specialist 2)
• Licensure or certification may be required for some positions
• Valid driver’s license may be required

Responsibilities

• Maintains knowledge of rules, regulations, and provider manuals used to evaluate performance and compliance
• Evaluates provider performance and drafts findings of deficiency or license eligibility
• Plans and conducts compliance surveys across the state
• Prepares detailed review findings and reports with data, policies and rules
• Interacts with providers and stakeholders to relay findings and provide guidance
• Acts as subject matter expert in counseling, nursing, or behavioral health
• May serve as team lead during reviews
• Ensures records are maintained per state and federal laws
• Completes data entry into multiple databases
• Travels statewide approximately 50%
• Represents the agency professionally in all interactions

Skills

Excellent written communication

Verbal communication

Computer skills

Education

Master’s degree in psychology/behavioral health/counseling

Job description

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Job Title:

Crisis Certification Reviewer- Atlanta

Agency:

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000006414

Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

BASED ON EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Job Description:

Job Title: Crisis Certification Reviewer- Atlanta

Remote

Travel: 50% travel statewide

Job Summary:

Conducts reviews of providers for compliance with rules, regulations, standards, and policies, primarily focusing on crisis services such as our Crisis Stabilization Units and Behavioral Health Crisis Centers. Conducts compliance surveys of facilities for adherence to Department rules and regulations, primarily focusing on Adult Residential Mental Health Programs (ARMHP). Acts as subject matter expert in required area (counseling, nursing, behavior, etc.). Supports the development or expansion of CSUs and BHCCs throughout the state. Functions as a resource within the Division of Strategy, Technology, and Performance based upon the critical needs at any given time.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintains working knowledge of all rules and regulations, requirements, policies, provider manuals etc. that are used to evaluate provider performance and compliance.
• Evaluates provider performance and draws conclusions based on evidence provided to develop findings of deficiency and/or to certify a provider or to determine license eligibility.
• Plans, schedules and implements compliance surveys, as assigned.
• Prepares detailed, thorough, and accurate review findings and reports by incorporating data analysis, data interpretation, policies and rules which describe complex and/or technical information that can sustain legal challenge.
• Works closely with other staff to ensure review survey instrument adequately reflects provider requirements, policy, rules, regulations, laws, etc.
• Acts as subject matter expert in field of expertise (counseling, nursing, behavior, etc.).
• May serve as team lead during reviews.
• Requests and evaluates corrective action plans. Provides timely feedback to providers throughout the corrective action plan process. Evaluates evidence of implementation of corrective actions, via documentation or onsite review.
• Maintains records in accordance with State and Federal laws at all times.
• Completes accurate, thorough, and timely entry of data into multiple databases.
• Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing, with providers and other stakeholders, including other DBHDD offices and divisions.
• Provides technical assistance to providers regarding policy, rules, and regulation requirements.
• Completes health and safety risk reviews to determine risks within provider services and certification eligibility.
• Uses critical thinking to determine risks to individuals being served.
• Represents DBHDD professionally during all interactions with providers and stakeholders.
• May provide support to the development or expansion of CSU/BHCCs
• Travels statewide, approximately 50%, as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in psychology, behavior analysis, social work, counseling, or a related field
• Knowledge of DBHDD crisis services, especially CSU/BHCCs
• Experience conducting behavioral health related assessments, suicide assessments, developing treatment plans and discharge planning.
• Experience and/or knowledge of Adult Residential Mental Health Programs.
• Experience with quality improvement.
• Professional licensure or credentialing in a related field (nursing, social work, quality management etc.).
• Experience conducting compliance audits based on regulations, legal requirements and/or accreditation standards relative to the role.
• Exceptional computer skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/

Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.

The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:

• Drug Screening
• TB Evaluation
• Annual Influenza*

*Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and four (4) years of job-related experience; or two (2) years of experience required at the lower level Complnc Specialist 2 (RCP061) or position equivalent.–Note: Some positions may require a certification or licensure. –Note: Some positions may require a valid driver’s license.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.