Crisis Certification Reviewer- Atlanta

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities in Georgia seeks a Crisis Certification Reviewer to assess providers for compliance with state rules and regulations, focusing on crisis services such as CSU/BHCCs. The role includes conducting surveys statewide and serving as a subject matter expert in counseling, nursing or behavior.

The position requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field, strong analytical and communication skills, and travel up to 50% across Georgia to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, behavior analysis, social work, counseling, or related field.
• Professional licensure or credentialing in a related field may be required.
• Experience conducting compliance audits based on regulations, legal requirements or accreditation standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains knowledge of rules, regulations, policies, and provider manuals used to evaluate performance and compliance.
• Evaluates provider performance and determines certifications or license eligibility based on evidence.
• Plans and conducts compliance surveys and prepares detailed findings and reports.
• Communicates with providers and stakeholders and provides technical assistance on policy requirements.

Skills

Crisis services knowledge

Compliance audits

Data analysis

Written and verbal communication

Critical thinking

Education

Master’s degree in psychology, behavior analysis, social work, counseling, or related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office/Excel

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

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

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 Travelling 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.

• 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.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.