LTCR ICF/IID QIDP Surveyor

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Under the direction of a program manager, a QIDP surveyor conducts on-site licensure inspections, complaint and incident investigations, and annual comprehensive surveys to include the investigation of abuse, neglect, or exploitation in facilities to determine compliance with federal and state health and safety regulations.

Communicates clearly and accurately with others (internally and externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, or resolve issues or complaints regarding services provided in intermediate care facilities, which serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and must receive services that meet their specialized needs.

Conducts exit conferences with facility staff regarding findings. Completes inspection or survey reports detailing deficiencies and narratives to support regulatory findings.

Visits long-term care facilities to verify correction of previously cited regulatory violations.

Performs quality assurance reviews of documents prepared by others, for example, publications, assessments, and reports.

In the event of emergency licensure action, be available to assist with non-skilled care and oversight to residents in a facility. If the employee is a current registered or licensed nurse, there is a potential for skilled care.

Be available for on-call duties for emergencies such as weather events or high-priority situations in facilities or at providers.

Occasionally might need to testify at hearings or in court proceedings to provide information regarding policy/procedures, history, findings, or activities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of principles/methods of evaluating the psycho-social needs of individuals in long-term care facilities.

Knowledge of principles/methods of consultation, social services, interpretation of regulations, program development, and organization.

Knowledge of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Skill in interpreting complex federal and state regulations of facilities that care for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Skilled in performing quality assurance monitoring, certification, survey, or investigation of facilities.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to exercise professional judgment and reach sound decisions.

Ability to operate personal computers and software.

Ability to multi-task and track multiple activities with competing priorities.

Ability to solve problems, multi-task, and prioritize.

Ability to work as a team member or leader.

Ability to use the computer for writing reports.

Ability to make independent decisions and work under sometimes stressful situations.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Must successfully complete state and federal training and become qualified to conduct surveys independently in the intermediate care facility program within the first year of hire.

Initial Screening Criteria:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a human service field, including but not limited to sociology, special education, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, counseling, humanities, allied health, behavioral science, early childhood intervention, and medical administration.

Direct experience with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Prefer one year of Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (casework) experience in an intermediate care facility or social work experience in a long-term care setting working with persons with intellectual disabilities.

Experience assessing and implementing active treatment, and health care services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities is preferred.

Preferred experience explaining and interpreting or overseeing compliance with state and federal licensure regulations and standards.

Additional Information:

Flexibility in work hours is required for this position. The job requires 80% travel, including statewide travel, overnight, and weekend travel. On-call duties for emergencies or high-priority situations in facilities or at providers may be required. Must have reliable transportation.

All applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check and the SEMARC (Search Engine for Background Checks) check. Additional checks as applicable may include the NAR (Nurse Aide Registry) and LNFA (Licensed Nursing Facility Administrator) check.

If you are offered and accept the position, you will not be permitted to continue employment at any HHSC regulated facilities or providers. You will be required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest, secondary employment, volunteer activities, and friends/family who own, operate, or work at regulated providers.

If you are an active or former licensed nursing facility administrator, certified nurse aide, or medication aide, hiring will be pending until professional licensing and Employee Misconduct Registry checks are completed.

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service