Licensing & Accreditation Specialist

6 days ago

Morgantown, United States Abraxas Youth and Family Services Full time
Hiring: Compliance Specialist

Location: Abraxas Academy | 1000 Academy Dr. | Morgantown, PA 19543

Now hiring a LICENSING & ACCREDITATION SPECIALIST to join our team

As a QUALITY & COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST | LICENSING & ACCREDITATION SPECIALIST, you will oversee licensing, contractual, and accreditation compliance.

Salary Starting From: $60,000 Annually

Job Type: Full-time

Who We Are:

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.

Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.

Benefits & Perks:

We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you - both at home and at work.
  • Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Life Assistance Program (LAP)
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays * Paid Training
  • Advancement Opportunities
LICENSING & ACCREDITATION SPECIALIST

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:

Oversee Compliance with Licensing and Contractual Requirements:
  • Liaison with licensing and contract representatives (e.g., inspections, complaints, child abuse investigations)
  • Respond to questions, concerns, requests for information and updates
  • Organize and oversee inspections and audits - includes all preparation and gathering required documentation
  • Develop and submit all corrective action plans (e.g., IL SUPR, BOP, Department of Health, MD, Washington DC, Philadelphia DHS)
  • Complete Annual License Renewals
  • Verify completion of external incident reports (e.g., HCSIS Reports, MD Incident Report Form RCCP/CPA).
Oversee Joint Commission Accreditation:
  • Monitor compliance with standards
  • Training and technical assistance to all employees when needed
  • Update application annually and monitor extranet site
  • Organize and oversee survey - includes all preparation and gathering required documentation
  • Develop and submit all corrective action plans (e.g., Evidence of Standards Compliance)
Assist Executive Director with the Leadership Meeting:
  • Develop meeting agendas and track follow-up items
  • Develop and maintain meeting minutes
  • Data collection, tracking, and presentations for analysis
Assist Safety Officer and Infection Control Officer:
  • Assist with the development of meeting agendas and track follow-up items when needed
  • Assist Safety Officer in monitoring fire drills and emergency drills
  • Verify compliance with Joint Commission requirements
  • Facilitate and organize data collection, presentation, and analysis (e.g., Workplace Violence incidents, Injuries, Infection Control data, Physical Interventions)
  • Complete annual requirements for updates and analysis (e.g., EOC plans, Infection Control, Hazard Vulnerability Analysis, WVPP Annual Analysis).
Policy Development and Monitoring:
  • Responsible for managing the policy directory
  • Provide policies when requested (e.g., licensing, contracting agency)
  • Develop new and revise existing policies when needed
  • Submit new and revised policies to the Leadership Team and AYFS Policy Council for review and approval
  • Distribute new and revised policies to facility employees, as appropriate
  • Verifies compliance with Joint Commission requirements
  • Complete annual policy updates (e.g., Environment of Care Plans, Infection Control Plans)
Privacy Officer for Facility:
  • Report HIPAA incidents to the Chief Privacy Officer
  • Gather information and complete required report to address HIPAA incident
  • Verify annual HIPAA training is completed with all employees
Resident Grievances:
  • Collect and distribute grievances to be processed
  • Follow-up when necessary
  • Track and file grievances
Training and Technical Assistance:
  • Provide guidance, training, and consultation to Leadership Team, supervisors, and employees regarding licensing requirements, accreditation standards, and contractual requirements.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • Associate's degree or 60 credits from an accredited college or university, plus four years of related experience; OR
  • Bachelor's degree or 120 credits from an accredited college or university, plus two years of related experience; OR
  • Master's degree from an accredited college or university, plus one year of related experience.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
  • Knowledge of the principles and use of tools used for data collection, data analysis, and performance improvement.
  • Knowledge of applicable licensing (e.g., DHS, DDAP), contractual (e.g., MD DJS, BOP), accreditation (e.g., TJC), and certification (e.g., PREA) standards.
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices related to the residential treatment of delinquent and dependent youth.
  • Proficient writing skills (e.g., formulate and/or revise policies and procedures, develop corrective action plans/responses to licensing and contractual entities).
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in written form, with a diverse group of people including regulatory agency representatives, employees, clients, governing body members, and the general public.
OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to self-start, work independently and adhere to timelines on a consistent basis with a minimum of assistance and supervision.
  • At least twenty-one (21) years of age
  • Driver's License
  • TB and drug testing.
  • Criminal clearances (State Police, FBI and State Child Abuse Clearances)
  • Satisfactory completion of background screening and applicable pre-employment checks, including but not limited to employment and/or personal reference and driving records.
  • Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
Why Should You Consider Abraxas?
  • At Abraxas, we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
  • As we work to make a difference in people's lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.
  • As a provider of trauma-informed care, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
  • Whether you're looking to begin a rewarding career or you're a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
  • At Abraxas, everything we do centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness. Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
  • If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, come join us


Equal Opportunity Employer

Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.

We are Hiring and We Want You on Our Team

Thank you for your interest in a rewarding career at Abraxas Youth & Family Services. We hope you consider applying for employment with us

If you have any questions, you can contact us by email at recruiting@jobsatabraxas.org

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