Quality Improvement Specialist I

Cedar House is a high-energy, enthusiastic, and respectful team dedicated to improving the lives of those suffering from substance use disorders. We value integrity, confidentiality, and the ideas and opinions of all team members.

Pay

$24.50 - $32.50 per hour

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan with company match of $1:$1 up to 6% of annual salary
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Vacation: 2 weeks accrued per year initially, increasing with longevity
• Sick Leave: 48 hours
• 12 paid holidays per year

Responsibilities

• Conduct Quality Improvement Reviews for all programs at intake, during treatment, and at discharge under the supervision of the Quality Improvement Supervisor.
• Track trends of re-occurring compliance issues and report them to the Quality Improvement Coordinator.
• Stay up to date on regulatory and licensing standards by program requirements; identify changes and new requirements.
• Attend compliance and/or quality assurance meetings at the county.
• Maintain timely and reliable attendance.
• Assist in developing and revising policies and procedures according to regulatory and licensing requirements.
• Assist as necessary with stakeholder audits.
• Support compliance and revision of tools, policies, and procedures to align with quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide quality service to clients as required by Cedar House Life Change Center, State, and County Requirements.
• Perform life-saving measures when needed to protect the lives of Cedar House clients and employees.
• Consistently apply trauma-responsive practices to promote safety, trust, and healing.
• Train or assist in the training of co-workers as needed.
• Perform other duties and/or responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience working in alcohol/drug treatment.
• Registered upon hire under an accredited drug and alcohol certification program (CAADE, CADTP, or CCAPP); certification preferred.
• KIPU experience (preferred).
• Quality Improvement experience (preferred).
• Completed twelve years of education or have a GED.
• Complete continuing education and trainings as required by Cedar House, County, and State mandates.
• Maintain current CPR/First Aid/AED certification.

Skills

• Thorough understanding of the nature of alcohol/drug addiction and its recovery process.
• Knowledge of state, county, and CARF substance use disorder treatment facility standards.
• Resourcefulness, creativity, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Professional demeanor at all times.
• Ability to address stressful situations calmly and communicate positively.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Uncompromising integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Champion the mission, culture, and objectives of the organization.
• Demonstrate value and respect for all employees.
• High energy and enthusiasm.
• Effective team player.
• Value the ideas and opinions of others and routinely collect their input as part of the decision-making process.

Physical Requirements

• Remain in a stationary position 80% of the time.
• Move around inside the office occasionally to access filing cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Climb up or down a ladder or equipment to maintain files in file cabinets.
• Communicate information and ideas clearly so that others can understand.
• Observe details at close range.
• Occasionally move boxes weighing up to 20 pounds.
• May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

Working Environment

• Not exposed to weather conditions while performing job duties.
• Moderate noise level in the work environment.