Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services · 5 hours ago
Developmental Disabilities Surveyor Consultant-Public Health Licensing
Lincoln, NE
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$28.32/hr - $28.32/hrThe Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is dedicated to improving community well-being and is seeking a Developmental Disabilities Surveyor Consultant. In this role, you will inspect and support facilities serving individuals with developmental disabilities, ensuring compliance with licensure and regulatory standards while providing guidance and training to enhance service quality.
GovernmentHealth CareSocialWellness
Responsibilities
Conduct surveys and inspections of ICF/DD and community-based developmental disability providers to ensure compliance with state and federal program standards for licensure and certification
Evaluate providers in habilitation/active treatment programs, client rights, health care, physical environment, sanitation, disaster control, infection control, staffing, medications, and record keeping
Identify, document, and report deficiencies based on inspection findings
Interview clients and staff to assess habilitative care and treatment services for compliance with regulations
Observe facility operations and services to identify deficiencies and recommend follow-up improvements related to sanitation and service quality
Consult with facility staff and administrators to provide guidance on program regulations and service requirements, supporting program development and improvement
Deliver training sessions, workshops, and in-service education to staff, professional groups, and local organizations on regulations, program standards, and licensure criteria
Develop and coordinate training programs for agency staff, ensuring survey quality and providing essential resource materials
Formulate and interpret criteria to promote appropriate programming for individuals with developmental disabilities
Investigate complaints, prepare deficiency reports, and monitor corrective actions to ensure compliance
Guide and train new survey team members to familiarize them with their responsibilities and standards
Collect evidence and prepare testimony for legal proceedings related to licensure and certification processes
Schedule and coordinate survey activities to ensure timely completion of inspections, investigations, and follow-up actions
Qualification
Required
Coursework or training in: special education, developmental disability programs, nursing, the social behavioral sciences including behavioral evaluation, analysis, or program assessment, speech therapy, physical therapy or occupational therapy AND experience in special education, rehabilitation, social work, developmental disabilities programs, nursing, psychology, including responsibility for direct programming or program evaluation for persons with developmental disabilities
Meet the criteria of a Qualified Developmental Disability Professional (QDDP) specified in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR 483.480a)
Complete the surveyor training course prescribed and conducted by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in the program types assigned is expected prior to attaining permanent status
Frequent overnight and/or regular day travel is required of incumbents of this job class
Valid Driver's License is required
Ability to work a 4/10 Schedule Monday through Thursday/10 Hours per day
Benefits
Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities
Company
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
The Department of Health and Human Services team contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day.
Founded in 1997
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Larry Kahl, FACHE
Chief Operating Officer
Amy McKeighan
Talent Acquisition Partner
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