QA-CQI Consultant (SHPC4) - Everett|Regional Office Apply
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Job Title: QA/CQI Consultant (SHPC4)
Location: Everett Regional Office. Everett, WA Region 3. This is a full-time, permanent position. The position is remote but requires travel to all regional offices for in-person meetings, interactive discussions, and QA/CQI support on occasion.
Closes: 02/07/24
Salary: $6,046 - $8,133.
We are looking for a Social and Health Program Consultant 4 (SHPC4) to serve as a Quality Assurance (QA)/Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Specialist for Region 3. The QA/CQI Consultant will join a friendly and knowledgeable team of four that works diligently to support the region.
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The Opportunity:
This position supports the region by providing and analyzing data, identifying trends, elevating practice through conducting qualitative and case reviews and presenting trends, findings, and focus areas for improvement to each office. This position requires high-level knowledge of Indian Child Welfare policy and practice and acts as the lead on ICW qualitative reviews. This position also requires high-level knowledge of FTDM and SPM data and parent engagement data and takes the lead on providing data and analyzing trends in these areas.
Some of what you will get to do:
- Develop and ensure processes for CQI, CQI/QA measures, and action plans.
- Evaluate and interpret federal and state laws, regulations, and department policies and procedures as they apply to regional operations.
- Coordinate with managers in the development of training or other CQI/QA methods.
- Develop Case Review (CRT) processes and assist offices in the CQI process around results from their most recent review as requested or required.
- Develop and implement ongoing communication strategies with each office to share practice strengths, areas needing improvement, and meeting performance targets.
- Provide QA/CQI technical assistance to offices; this includes teaching, coaching, mentoring, and guiding QA/CQI work.
- Provide input to policy revisions.
- Support the Regional and State plans around PIP.
- Assist with CRT reviews and monitor individual office performance on key child welfare outcomes related to safety, permanency, and well-being.
- Conduct qualitative reviews and analyses.
- Provide FamLink Support and data integrity to the region.
- Represents the interest of the region in statewide workgroups or projects.
One year of experience as a Social and Health Program Consultant 3 or equivalent
OR
Two years of experience as a Social and Health Program Consultant 2 or equivalent
OR
A Masters degree in social work, health or social science, public administration, or a related field; AND four years of professional experience in planning, administering, developing, or delivering social, financial, health, or chemical dependency treatment services programs
OR
A Bachelors degree in social work, health or social science, public administration, or a related field; AND five years of professional experience in planning, administering, developing, or delivering social, financial, health, or chemical dependency treatment services programs.
NOTE:
- Two years of paid social service experience must include assessing risk and safety of children and providing direct family-centered practice services (strengthening and preserving family units).
- Degrees must be obtained from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or a foreign equivalent verified by a NACES-approved organization at naces.org. *For Degrees obtained outside the U.S.: Foreign Equivalency certification must be attached to the application. Incomplete applications may be screened out of the recruitment process.
In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:
- One year of prior QA/CQI experience with DCYF.
- Knowledge of the Child & Family Services Review.
- High-level knowledge of Indian Child Welfare policy and practice.
- Prior experience and knowledge of SPM/FTDM Meetings and/or facilitation.
- Knowledge and understanding of state law and Administration policies and regulations concerning Child Protective and Child Welfare Services within the social worker environment.
- Experience using Washington's electronic child welfare records system, FamLink.
- Strong risk assessment, and safety assessment skills and strong working knowledge of developing effective safety plans that reduce future risk of child abuse or neglect and improve child safety.
- Knowledge and understanding of culturally competent best practices in case planning and decision-making.
- Documented history of applying best practices to achieve child safety and permanency outcomes.
- Working knowledge of Children's Administration programs and policies; CPS, CFWS, Family Voluntary Services, Family Reconciliation Services, Adoptions, Interstate Compact, etc.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Word and Excel applications.
Complete your applicant profile and attach the following documents:
- Letter of interest describing how you meet the specific qualifications for this position.
- Current resume detailing experience and education.
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) was created to be a comprehensive agency exclusively dedicated to the social, emotional, and physical well-being of children, youth, and families regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or other socioeconomic factors. We believe our workforce should reflect the communities we serve and are actively searching for candidates that reflect that diversity.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
The Incumbent must hold a valid driver's license when operating a state or privately owned vehicle on official state business and must also comply with Washington State's liability laws when operating a privately owned vehicle on official state business.
This position is included in the supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/
If you need an accommodation throughout the application/interview process, contact the Recruitment team at DCYF Recruiter. If you're experiencing technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, call NEOGOV toll-free at (855)524-5627 or email support@neogov.com.
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