Quality Assurance Director

Health & Human Services Comm; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Health & Human Services Comm is seeking a Quality Assurance Director at the Waco Center for Youth to lead the facility's quality systems and ensure compliance with CMS, The Joint Commission, and state/federal regulations. This role requires strategic oversight, policy development, and coordination of measurement and reporting on quality enhancement to support safe, effective care for Texans.

Collaboration with leadership and clinical teams is essential to drive continuous improvement and

Job description

Career Opportunities: Quality Assurance Director (22161)

Posting ID22161-Posted10/07/2026-Health & Human Services Comm-Quality Mgmt-Management-Waco Center for Youth-Not Eligible for Telework-c. $5000 - $6999 per month

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage .

Functional Title:Quality Assurance DirectorJob Title:Quality Assurance Dir Mgr IIIAgency:Health & Human Services CommDepartment:Quality MgmtPosting Number:22161Closing Date:10/21/2026Posting Audience:Internal and ExternalOccupational Category:ManagementSalary Range:$5,425.33-$8,886.16Pay Frequency: MonthlySalary Group:TEXAS-B-24Shift:DayAdditional Shift:NoneTelework:Not Eligible for TeleworkTravel:Up to 15%Regular/Temporary:RegularFull Time/Part Time:Full timeFLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:ExemptFacility Location:Waco Center for YouthJob Location City:WACOJob Location Address:3501 N 19TH STOther Locations:NoneMOS Codes: 0203,0207,0302,0520,0602,0802,1802,5502,6302,6502,7202,7208,7210,7220,111X,112X,113X,114X,16GX,41AX 611X,612X,631X,632X,641X,648X,86M0,86P0,8U000,9G100,SEI15

Brief Job Description

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. The psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

The Quality Assurance Director (QAD) performs complex supervisory and consultative work requiring specialized knowledge in the planning, development, implementation, and monitoring of quality assurance systems. Ensures the facility conforms to the conditions of participation as a Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) provider serving persons with mental health diagnoses, the Joint Commission (TJC) standards, and all other relevant state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Interprets regulations and standards, develops and disseminates policy, performs advanced consultative services to program staff, and coordinates a comprehensive system of implementing and reporting on quality enhancement