Director of Clinical and Quality Assurance

League School for Autism; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Director of Clinical & Quality Assurance to lead their program in Walpole. This pivotal role involves overseeing clinical practices, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in educational or clinical settings, coupled with a Master’s degree in Social Work. You will have the opportunity to shape training programs, enhance quality assurance initiatives, and contribute to the growth of a supportive community focused on the education of children on the autism spectrum. Join a team committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of others!

Benefits

75% employer paid health and dental

Short and long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition assistance up to $5000

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Paid personal days

Qualifications

• 10 years’ experience in an Educational or Clinical setting.
• Master’s degree in Social Work or similar field.
• Experience in training curricula and policy development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise clinical practice and staff in the program.
• Develop and implement quality assurance strategies.
• Provide leadership to Clinical and Nursing departments.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Supervision

Policy Development

Time Management

Training Development

Safety Care

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

League School for Autism is an award winning, year-round program dedicated to the education of children on the autism spectrum. Our team approach to education creates a collaborative, supportive, and open environment within our community.We are currently seeking a DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL & QUALITY ASSURANCE for our program in Walpole.

Under the supervision of the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Clinical and Quality Assurance is responsible for the supervision of clinical practice and clinical supervision of social work/counseling staff in the program.She/he is also responsible to examine current program wide systems and develop/implement strategies that meet or exceed the licensing, accreditation, and industry standards.The Director is also responsible for the development and upkeep of program policy manuals and handbooks.

Position Requirements:

• 10 years’ experience in an Educational or Clinical setting with progressive Leadership responsibility.
• Master’s degree in Social Work or similar field with a license in Social Work or Counseling.
• Experience in development and implementation of training curricula and policy development.
• Ability to manage time and multiple projects within a multidisciplinary setting.
• Safety Care, CPR and First Aid certifications (will provide training)
• Valid driver’s license
• Must pass rigorous background checks, including nationwide fingerprint screening.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, web browsers, and other Microsoft Office software.

Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following:

1. Primary Clinical Responsibilities
2. Provides leadership to the Clinical and Nursing departments by identifying goals and leading continuous quality improvement initiatives.
3. Provides consultation and oversight to all training from the Clinical and Nursing departments.
4. Ensures clinical policies are consistent with the current regulations and that practice is consistent with the policy.
5. Assists the Clinical Departments with completion of paperwork, as needed, including:BlueStep access, Incident Reports, Accident Reports, Clinical Summaries.
6. Supervises and consults with the Clinical Staff (e.g., Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Clinicians) and Nurse Manager concerning the clinical aspects of the day and residential programs as well as coordination with other departments.
7. Reviews and consults on assessments (assess for safety following suicidal/homicidal ideation/behavior, diagnostic) as needed.
8. Participates in the intake screening of potential new students to League School as a member of the Admissions Committee.

Primary Training Responsibilities

1. Works with the Administrative, Educational, Clinical, Behavioral, and Residential team leaders and members to provide input regarding policy development and training as it relates to program development and implementation.
2. Works with the multidisciplinary team to provide oversight to the internship programs and provides supports as needed to the mentors and interns.
3. Ensures existing training meets applicable standards and regulatory agency mandates and/or increases staff knowledge and skills in identified areas for improvement.
4. Reviews competency evaluations for trainings to ensure staff comprehension.
5. Develops and implements a plan to train trainers.

Primary QA Responsibilities

1. Chairs weekly high-risk meeting.
2. Develops a Quality Assurance Committee to review school-wide performance.
3. Develops a set of review standards to meet the mission and vision of League School.
4. Develops department goals and a plan to implement goals.
5. Develops a plan to ensure review and follow up.
6. Assists in the development of program handbooks and policy manuals to ensure there is consistency across the school and residence.
7. Assist in the research and development of program policies school-wide.
8. Develops a plan to train and roll out new policies as they are developed.
9. Ensures policies are consistent with industry regulations and standards.
10. Participates in school wide licensing and accreditation.
11. Maintains and updates systems within the school and residence to ensure best practices.
12. Coordinates with the Education, Allied Health, Residential and Leadership teams to develop and coordinate research opportunities.
13. Coordinates with Leadership to identify and cultivate opportunities to partner with local universities and colleges on adult education, research, and internship opportunities.
14. Participates in the development and maintenance of the electronic student record by attending development meetings and providing input and developing practices to maintain the fidelity of the records.
15. Develops and implements a manager training program by coordinating internal and external resources.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Works with the Administrative, Educational, Clinical, and Residential team leaders and members as a member of the Leadership team.
2. Works as a team player.Attends supervision, staff meetings, classroom meetings, program meetings, and annual review meetings, as necessary.
3. Participates in all trainings, as required by League School.
4. Performs other related duties, as designated by the COO and/or CEO, that are deemed necessary for the operation of the school, such as evening trainings, Open House, etc.
5. Attends Leadership and Management meetings as scheduled.

Benefits:

League School offers a substantial benefit package that includes 75% employer paid health and dental, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, tuition assistance of up to $5000 per school year, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, professional development opportunities, as well as paid vacation, sick and personal days.

Equal Opportunity Employer

League School for Autism is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment that is free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by federal and state laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who challenge such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

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