Quality Assurance Analyst: Service Coordination and Shelter Programs

Volunteers-of-America; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Pension Plan

Health, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Volunteers of America Colorado is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to oversee QA monitoring, data integrity, and compliance across the Durango Shelter and Service Coordination programs. You will conduct STRAT Reviews, ensure accurate data entry in Wellsky and HMIS, and support data-driven program improvements.

The role requires strong data skills, experience with VOAC/HUD requirements, and the ability to work across teams, including backup Wellsky administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in public administration, business, education, human services, social work, or related field.
• Proficiency with electronic database systems such as WellSky, AASC Online, and HMIS.
• Ability to read and analyze data and learn new database systems quickly.
• Must have Colorado driver's license and state-mandated auto insurance; personal vehicle for travel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular QA check-ins with program staff.
• Review client files, service plans, documentation standards, and data quality for accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor HUD, VOAC, and program-specific requirements; identify risks and gaps.
• Coordinate STRAT Reviews and maintain review cycles for shelter programs.
• Track findings and corrective actions to support quality improvement.
• Perform data quality checks in Wellsky, HMIS, AASC Online, and Family Metrics.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in public administration, business, education, human services, social work, or related field

Tools

WellSky

AASC Online

HMIS

Job description

Description

WHO WE ARE

Volunteers of America Colorado is a nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in-need transform their lives. Through more than 50 distinct human service programs, Volunteers of America changes the lives of more than 140,000 vulnerable Coloradoans each year. VOA services include housing and emergency shelters, hunger and nutrition services, and many other community support programs. Our work touches the mind, body, heart and ultimately the spirit of those we serve. VOA integrates compassion with highly effective programs that build and strengthen communities.

WHAT MAKES VOA SPECIAL?

VOAC recognizes the unique needs of the older adult who needs a wheelchair ramp to stay at home safely, and the preschooler whose family needs additional resources. VOAC supports veteran’s efforts to exit homelessness as well as provides a safe place for survivors of domestic violence. Wherever VOAC goes, it combines relationship-building, volunteers and quality services to lift and support our neighbor’s efforts to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential.

** The Quality Assurance Specialist supports the quality, compliance, and data integrity of Service Coordination and Durango Shelter programs. This position oversees routine QA monitoring, prepares and conducts Strat Reviews, ensures accurate and timely data entry in Wellsky, AASC online, and HMIS. The role will also serve as the primary QA support for Durango Shelter’s emerging review and monitoring processes and function as back-up support for Wellsky /HMIS system operations and data oversight.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct regularly scheduled Quality Assurance (QA) check-ins with program staff.
• Review client files, service plans, documentation standards, and overall data quality for accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor adherence to HUD, VOAC, and program-specific requirements; identify compliance risks and gaps.
• Coordinate, prepare, and conduct STRAT Reviews, including establishing and maintaining review cycles for shelter programs.
• Track findings, corrective actions, and follow-up items to support continuous quality improvement.
• Perform routine data quality checks in Wellsky, HMIS, AASC Online, and Family Metrics.
• Provide technical assistance to staff to correct errors, improve workflows, and strengthen data literacy.
• Develop and maintain QA monitoring tools, including checklists, dashboards, and audit or review forms.
• Compile performance metrics, monitoring results, and documentation samples; prepare QA reports for leadership.
• Support program leadership with program evaluations, outcome analysis, and improvement recommendations.
• Must successfully pass all required background checks and complete mandatory Domestic Violence (DV) training (minimum 15 hours) and any other training required by funders or agency policy for personnel with access to client records and confidential information.
• Serve as backup to the primary Wellsky Administrator, including training support and access management.
• Complete reports, analyses, and special projects as requested by the Chief Program Officer.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• Work hours vary depending upon programming requirements and typically maintains at least a 40-hour work week. Regular travel throughout the program’s service area (and occasionally statewide, as needed) is required.
• It can be in various locations. However, the main office will be in the Denver metro area.

Salary Range:$59,000-65,000 annual exempt

Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role, please contact [e-mail] to begin the Interactive Process.

Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status

• Vacation Time
• Separate Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Personal Days
• Volunteer/Wellness Day
• Tuition Assistance
• Pension Plan
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match
• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurances
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• LifeLock with Norton
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Volunteers of America is an EEO Employer

Position Will Remain Open Until Filled

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE

Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply

Requirements

Competencies

• Models core culture attributes of VOACO that include “AIRS” (Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Service
• Models and VOACO’s three critical virtues of HHS (Hungry, Humble, People Smart).
• Passion for process improvement, mentorship, education, human services, smart administration and the delicate practice of linking each of these domains to one another in policy, practice, and process.

Minimum Qualifications of Position

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, education, human services, social work, or a closely related field or equivalent relevant experience. .
• Demonstrated high proficiency with electronic database systems such as WellSky, AASC online, and HMIS.
• Ability to quickly read and analyze data.
• Ability to quickly learn new database systems as new programming is brought under the quality assurance umbrella.
• Must possess a Colorado driver’s license and state-mandated automobile insurance.
• Must possess a personal vehicle that may be used for work-related travel (reimbursement for mileage is available).

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to respectfully and professionally serve individuals hailing from diverse backgrounds, cultures, ideologies, and religions.
• Ability to work and thrive within a diverse, multicultural team environment.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to apply appropriate self-care in the face of often difficult and/or traumatic situations which commonly present while working with persons in need of services.
• Strong understanding of program compliance, documentation standards, and data systems.
• Skilled in organizing and facilitating monitoring or review processes.
• Ability to analyze data and translate findings into practical improvements.
• Strong communication, training, and problem-solving skills.