QI Specialist — CCBHC Compliance & Audits

Seacoast Mental Health Center, Inc.; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Seacoast Mental Health Center, Inc. in Portsmouth, NH seeks a QI Specialist for a full-time in-office role focused on maintaining CCBHC compliance and driving quality improvement initiatives.

The position requires coordination of policy updates, readiness for audits, and collaboration across departments to ensure high standards of care. The role includes working with the VP-QC, medical records, and other staff, and participating in committees and EHR workgroups as part of ongoing quality

Qualifications

• BS/BA required; MA/MS preferred in Human Services or related field.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a Community Mental Health Center or healthcare setting or commensurate experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations; maintain documentation and performance standards.
• Update the Clinical Services Policy and Procedure Manual to meet CCBHC requirements.
• Prepare for external audits, site reviews, and regulatory oversight for CCBHC certifications.
• Contribute to long-term sustainability strategies to integrate CCBHC initiatives.
• Identify risks and gaps; develop corrective action plans to improve performance.
• Participate in Monthly Quality Improvement Committee meetings and related duties.
• Assist VP-QC, Medical Records, and staff; participate in Compliance, Pharmacy, and EHR workgroups.

Skills

Quality Improvement

Regulatory compliance

Policy development

Audits

Education

BS/BA required; MA/MS preferred

Job description

Seacoast Mental Health Center, Inc. in Portsmouth, NH seeks a QI Specialist for a full-time in-office role focused on maintaining CCBHC compliance and driving quality improvement initiatives.

The position requires coordination of policy updates, readiness for audits, and collaboration across departments to ensure high standards of care. The role includes working with the VP-QC, medical records, and other staff, and participating in committees and EHR workgroups as part of ongoing quality