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We are currently looking for a qualified EMHS Quality Assurance Specialist to join our Mental Health team. The EMHS Quality Assurance Specialist shall be responsible for the overall coordination of clinical day-to-day Quality Assurance operations of the Mental Health Services Program, including utilization review coordination and continuous quality improvement services. Other duties include but are not limited to:
- Become knowledgeable of rules and regulations governing the program and County contracts to ensure that Trinity meets treatment and documentation standards.
- Participate in all appropriate or required committees and meetings, including county QA (as scheduled).
- Perform Quality Assurance on Mental Health documentation and reporting/billing compliance.
- Ensure accuracy of billing and tracking information; accuracy and timely submission of County mandated data collection requirements.
- Document QA review findings related to Mental Health standards and/or State laws, and report to Clinical Coordinator and Clinical Director.
- Assist with the approval and co-signing for assessments, treatment plans, and other documents as needed.
- Assist in the training, implementation and coordination of the Mental Health Services Program and interface as needed with the Treatment Team including the Clinical Coordinator, other therapists, the Psychiatric and Nursing staff, and the Administrative Staff, informally as well as in Treatment Planning Conferences.
Skills/Requirements:
- A minimum of a Master’s degree in Counseling or closely related field.
- Clinical License (LMFT or LCSW) required.
- Sufficient experience and credentials to provide the state required clinical hours of supervision to Associate Therapists, preferred.
- Must have experience working with emotionally disturbed children and families.
- The EMHS Quality Assurance Specialist will be trained in CPR/First Aid within 90 days of hiring in the event that they do not have current certification.
- Experience with Department of Mental Health policies and procedures preferred.
- Must have a special interest in working with youth and must fulfill the general requirements as established in the California Administrative Code, Title 22.
- Writing, verbal skills, and the ability to compose quality reports and other necessary correspondence are essential.
- Must be proficient in the use of computers, including Email, Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Must be 21 years of age or older and able to pass a physical examination; drug clearance; criminal background check and Child Abuse Index check.
- Must possess a valid California driver’s license with clean DMV history and the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and be insurable by Trinity’s insurance carrier.
- Must communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing in English.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus and strongly preferred.
- Must be willing to travel between Monterey Park and Rancho Cucamonga office. Mileage reimbursement offered.
Licensed Therapist annual salary: $67,579; Bilingual salary: $68,640. Quarterly and annual performance bonus available.
Why work for Trinity Youth Services?
In addition to providing employees with the opportunity to make a positive, significant, lasting difference in the lives of children and families in a supportive setting, Trinity also offers the following:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Education Reimbursement
- Paid Vacation
- Sick Time & Medical Leave
- Retirement Plans
- Career Advancement Opportunities
About Trinity Youth Services
Since 1966, Trinity has been a premier provider of children’s programs and services in California, specializing in Short-Term residential Therapeutic Programs (STRTP), Mental Health services, foster care, Intensive Services Foster Care (ISFC) and adoption. Since its inception, Trinity has helped more than 65,000 children and youth.
Trinity seeks team members with a genuine commitment to the empowerment of at-risk children and their families, and a willingness to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment, which requires dedication and a desire to have a positive impact on the lives of children who have experienced trauma. We believe that training and career development are keys to employee retention and satisfaction, and we prefer to promote from within.
Our Values
We value safety, well-being, and permanency for children and youth.
We value embracing research, best practices and proven approaches that help children and youth.
We value staff and are committed to providing them with the knowledge, skills, and tools to be successful.
We value the ability to adapt and change as the needs of our stakeholders adapt and change.
We value open, honest and transparent governance and management practices.
For more information about Trinity Youth Services, please visit our website at www.trinityys.org.
Covid-19 Vaccine Requirement
As of October 15, 2021, Trinity Youth Services has required the COVID-19 vaccine for all employees, excluding those with an approved medical or religious exemption, as a condition of employment to help ensure the safety of all employees and youth and families served.
Founded in 1966, Trinity is a premiere nonprofit provider of programs and services to children and families. We seek team members with a genuine commitment to the empowerment of at-risk children and their families, and a willingness to work in a highly demanding, fast paced environment, which requires dedication and a desire to provide positive role modeling for the youth in our care. The agency utilizes Trauma Informed Care (TIC) as the primary, daily practice model for working with clients. Our commitment to each of our clients, and their families, is to provide them with the knowledge, tools and skills to cope with their trauma in a manner that enables them to create positive, lasting relationships at home and in the community and to behave responsibly and reasonably in daily situations.
