Social Worker LMSW

Position Summary Responsible for conducting policy and procedure manual review, pre-opening licensure and re-licensure surveys and associated tasks for Licensed Home Care Services Agencies (LHCSAs) Qualifications :

• Master’s degree in Social Work and licensed in New York State (LMSW / LCSW) Two years of experience in social work preferred Experience in home care Demonstrates logical reasoning & critical thinking skills Detail oriented, highly organized work skills Demonstrates a mature, professional, respectful, demeanor and style Excellent verbal and written communication skills Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel Quality improvement orientation Flexibility to travel at times for several hours With satisfactory evaluation, committed to remain in position for at least one year Responsibilities :    Reviews and approves policy and procedure manuals to ensure compliance with   Article 36 Title 10 of New York State Rules and Regulations (10NYCRR) Conducts pre-opening tasks which include, but are not limited to Article 36 documents review, conference calls, and on-site surveys Writes letters to the agencies regarding the policy and procedure manual if not in   compliance with Article 36 Title 10 of New York State Rules and Regulations, explaining necessary revisions Writes letters to LHCSAs and DOH recommending either licensure or failure after pre-opening survey.
• Follows-up with applicant regarding outstanding manual corrections, including writing letters to them, as necessary.
• Makes recommendations to DOH that applications be withdrawn when applicant fails to submit required material.
• Reviews the agencies’ environmental space, equipment, personnel files, and personnel knowledge on the policy and procedure manual during the on-site preopening visit.
• Conducts operational on-site surveys of LHCSAs, which consists of reviewing a sample of client records, personnel records, QI / QA meeting minutes, Governing   Authority meeting minutes, the policy and procedure manual, the agency’s   Federal Tax ID number, operating license, complaint log, admission packet and   on-call procedure.
• Writes Statements of Deficiencies (SODs) if applicable, of the surveyed agencies   using the DOH’s ASPEN computer program.
• Assists with the preparation and scheduling of the pre-opening site visits.
• Reviews site Assessment Report and discusses questions / concerns with the Director.
• Prepares for the required travel, materials and transportation options.
• Maintains flexibility regarding workspace and environment while in the field.
• Meets co-reviewer(s), if applicable, at the appointed location and time.
• Continually works to create an environment of teamwork toward common goals, mutual support and respect.
• Tracks all aspects of the work process, as required by the Director, LHCSA.
• Special projects and / or additional ongoing responsibilities as directed by the Director, LHCSA.

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