Health Investigations & Special Programs Coordinator

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Maryland, Developmental Disabilities Administration, Laurel, MD, is seeking an investigator to review and triage investigations and report incidents within the assigned region. The role requires a valid driver’s license and ability to travel; you will work with QE staff and regional teams to ensure plans address concerns identified during investigations. Strong interviewing, report writing, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of professional experience in assisting in the coordination of a health-related program or referring people to governmental and private resources.
• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• A valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the assigned region.
• Substitutions allowed: 30 college credits for each year of experience, or U.S. Armed Forces health care admin/civil affairs service equivalents.
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and external stakeholders is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and triage investigations and report all incidents of abuse, neglect, injuries of unknown origin, unexpected and unexplained deaths, police involvement and restraints within the assigned region.
• Assist other regions with investigations as needed and conduct onsite reviews, documentation reviews, and interviews culminating in written reports with conclusions and recommendations.
• Collaborate with QE staff, QE RN, Regional RN and Regional Clinical Coordinator, Regional Provider Relations and Regional Professional Development Coordinator to ensure QE plans address identified concerns.

Skills

Interviewing

Report writing

Communication

Analytical skills

Investigation coordination

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Office

Electronic case management systems

Job description

State of Maryland, Developmental Disabilities Administration, Laurel, MD, is seeking an investigator to review and triage investigations and report incidents within the assigned region. The role requires a valid driver’s license and ability to travel; you will work with QE staff and regional teams to ensure plans address concerns identified during investigations. Strong interviewing, report writing, and communication skills are essential.