Working Title: Quality Officer

　　Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal

　　Agency: Human Services Dept

　　Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

　　Date Posted : 01/23/2024

　　Closing Date : 02/05/2024

　　Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Human Services / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs

　　Division/Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / MHSATS Quality Staff

　　Work Shift : Day Shift

　　Work Hours : 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

　　Days of Work : Monday - Friday

　　Travel Required : Yes - Up to 10%

　　Salary Range: $30.55 - $45.02 / hourly; $63,788 - $94,001 / annually

　　Classified Status : Classified

　　Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

　　FLSA Status : Nonexempt

　　Telework Eligible : Yes - This position is currently Teleworking (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf)

　　Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

　　Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

　　The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

　　*This position is currently Teleworking (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) *

　　Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our Mental Health Substance Abuse Treatment Services (MHSATS) Quality Team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Quality Officer! This position is responsible for development and implementation of strategies to effectively support this healthcare network in its goal of providing quality services to the people served in MHSATS. The Quality Officer will oversee quality functions and efforts in MHSATS while overseeing the development of processes and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal standards and requirements which govern healthcare licenses and accreditation.

　　Primary Responsibilities:

　　Direct activities to monitor, audit, analyze, and report program performance against established standards.

　　Provide leadership in organizational planning and advise the team of quality issues which require organizational solutions.

　　Develop and maintain positive, productive, and results-oriented relationships across a divergent group of persons including, patients, families, providers, clinicians, counties, other providers, hospitals, and other stakeholders.

　　Consult and confer with the DCT Quality Function Lead and ensure that quality efforts, programs, functions, and initiatives complement and support each other.

　　Working for the Minnesota Department of Human Services Direct Care & Treatment division PAYS!

　　When you start a career with us, you may also be eligible for:

　　Annual pay increases

　　Tuition reimbursement for courses related to the work of DHS

　　Student loan reimbursement for eligible positions

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Three (3) years of professional level healthcare accreditation experience in at least three of the following areas:

　　Healthcare management

　　Patient care experience

　　Quality care

　　Quality data collection and reporting

　　Compliance

　　Patient safety

　　Note: A Bachelor’s Degree in healthcare management, public administration, law, or clinical health professions may substitute for one year of professional experience. A Master’s Degree in healthcare management, public administration, law, or clinical health professions may substitute for two years of professional experience.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Master’s degree in healthcare management, public administration, law, or clinical health profession.

　　Experience in compliance and risk management.

　　Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

　　Additional Requirements

　　To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

　　REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

　　AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

　　Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.