POSITION TITLE: Risk Assessment Standards Compliance Coordinator

SALARY RANGE: $6,926.00 - $8,417.00 per month in Five Annual Steps (Exempt)

LOCATION: San Jose

[x ] Regular [ x] Full-Time [ ] Temporary [ ] Part-time

JOB SUMMARY: A person in this position plans, coordinates and assures implementation of the regional center’s overall Special Incident Report (SIR) data reporting and follow-up process, maintaining the Agency’s SIR tracking system; participates in analysis of SIRs for trends and implications related to the Regional Center’s compliance with State regulatory requirements and maintains an effective feedback loop of information internally.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Reviews daily special incident reportable / non- reportable SANDIS SIRs.
Electronically submits SIRs and follows-up with DDS,
Maintains a risk management database.
Develops monthly data summary reports identifying trends and patterns in SIRs.
Acquires death certificates for processing closure of SIRs and final transmission to DDS.
Develops and monitors the Regional Center risk management plan.
Plans and participates in Risk Management, Assessment, Planning Committee and Board Meetings
Participates in Mortality and Morbidity Committee and Quality Assurance Advisory Committee meetings, identifying trends and patterns in SIRs.
May participate in QA reviews and functions
Participates in SIR training sessions for Regional Center staff, service providers, and others, on proper preparation and submission of SIRs.
Assist with Corrective Action Plans
May include in QA reviews
Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Associate Director, Community Services

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Risk Assessment Standards Compliance Assistant

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Masters preferred or Bachelor’s Degree with two year’s experience with a concentration in psychology, social work or related field. One (1) year experience in working in regional center context.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

knowledge of or experience with persons with developmental disabilities;
knowledge of Title 17 and Quality Assurance Standards;
the ability to present training to groups or individuals;
knowledge of analytical techniques and report preparation;
demonstrated ability to write effectively;
ability to utilize computer skills, especially Excel and Word, for the collection, input, and analysis of data, and producing reports;
excellent ability to communicate with various segments of the community.
travel to periodic statewide meetings

OTHER: Use of an automobile, possession of a valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance for the minimum amount prescribed by law or the ability to provide for independent transportation.

Send Resume via e-mail to: Email resume and cover letter to recruiting@sarc.org

No phone calls please