*Job order closes 5/2/24 11:59 Eastern*

Reference #: 4391387 THE POSITION NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2024-76692 WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM FEBRUARY 21, 2024, TO MARCH 06, 2024. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.

Do you possess exceptional problem solving skills and would like a career where you can put those skills to use by helping ensure our client population is receiving quality care? The Department of Human Services, Danville State Hospital, is searching for a Quality Assurance/Risk Management Specialist. This position is responsible for data collection, monitoring, data entry, and reporting of a wide variety of services provided at the hospital. The person holding this position consults and collaborates with interdisciplinary clinical and nonclinical support staff in the monitoring and evaluation of the quality assurance and risk management program activities. If you are looking for a great opportunity to utilize your experience and training in the field of quality assurance, apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Quality Assurance/Risk Management Specialist, you are responsible for assisting in the hospital-wide performance improvement program. This task is accomplished through data collection, analysis, standard reviews, and policy implementation to assure compliance with all applicable accreditation and certification agency requirements. You also assist in the implementation of the hospitals Risk Management Program Plan and perform other duties such as coordinating the fall risk prevention plan, reviewing incident report data to reduce risk and identify opportunities for improvement, and assist with the proactive risk activities and root cause analysis process.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. May change based on operational needs. The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement. FREE PARKING! Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Two years of professional experience as a member of a multiple disciplinary treatment team in a public or private health care facility and a bachelor's degree; or Two years of clinical experience in an human services agency, including one year of administrative, evaluative, or consultative experience in a health care program; and a bachelor's degree with major course work in social work, nursing, health care administration, behavioral sciences or a related field; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require satisfactory completion of a medical examination. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the pplication (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.