Job Description
Position Summary Responsible for conducting policy and procedure manual review,
pre-opening licensure and re-licensure surveys and associated tasks for Licensed Home
Care Services Agencies (LHCSAs)
Qualifications: - Master’s degree in Social Work and licensed in New York State (LMSW/LCSW)
- Two years of experience in social work preferred
- Experience in home care
- Demonstrates logical reasoning & critical thinking skills
- Detail oriented, highly organized work skills
- Demonstrates a mature, professional, respectful, demeanor and style
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
- Quality improvement orientation
- Flexibility to travel at times for several hours
- With satisfactory evaluation, committed to remain in position for at least one year
Responsibilities: - Reviews and approves policy and procedure manuals to ensure compliance with Article 36 Title 10 of New York State Rules and Regulations (10NYCRR)
- Conducts pre-opening tasks which include, but are not limited to Article 36 documents review, conference calls, and on-site surveys
- Writes letters to the agencies regarding the policy and procedure manual if not in compliance with Article 36 Title 10 of New York State Rules and Regulations, explaining necessary revisions
- Writes letters to LHCSAs and DOH recommending either licensure or failure after pre-opening survey.
- Follows-up with applicant regarding outstanding manual corrections, including writing letters to them, as necessary.
- Makes recommendations to DOH that applications be withdrawn when applicant fails to submit required material.
- Reviews the agencies’ environmental space, equipment, personnel files, and personnel knowledge on the policy and procedure manual during the on-site preopening visit.
- Conducts operational on-site surveys of LHCSAs, which consists of reviewing a sample of client records, personnel records, QI/QA meeting minutes, Governing Authority meeting minutes, the policy and procedure manual, the agency’s Federal Tax ID number, operating license, complaint log, admission packet and on-call procedure.
- Writes Statements of Deficiencies (SODs) if applicable, of the surveyed agencies using the DOH’s ASPEN computer program.
- Assists with the preparation and scheduling of the pre-opening site visits.
- Reviews site Assessment Report and discusses questions/concerns with the Director.
- Prepares for the required travel, materials and transportation options.
- Maintains flexibility regarding workspace and environment while in the field.
- Meets co-reviewer(s), if applicable, at the appointed location and time.
- Continually works to create an environment of teamwork toward common goals, mutual support and respect.
- Tracks all aspects of the work process, as required by the Director, LHCSA.
- Special projects and/or additional ongoing responsibilities as directed by the Director, LHCSA.
Benefits and perks include: - Healthcare that fits your needs - We offer excellent medical, dental, and vision plan options that provide coverage to employees and dependents.
- 401(k) with Employer Match - Join the team and we will invest in your future
- Generous Paid Time Off - Accrued PTO starting day one, plus additional days off when you’re not feeling well, to observe holidays.
- Wellness - We care about your well-being. From Commuter Benefits to FSAs we’ve got you covered.
- Learning & Development - Through continued education/mentorship on the job and our investment in LinkedIn Learning, we’re focused on your growth as a working professional.
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Salary Rate: $72,500/ annually.
Job Tags
Full time, Relocation package,