Overview
Apartment Treatment Program
OVERVIEW
The Utilization Review/Quality Assurance staff is responsible for ensuring that the Apartment Treatment Program (ATP) is conducted in accordance with the New York State Office of Mental Health regulations (Part 595) and NYS Office of Medicaid Inspector General (OMIG).
Those duties include but are not limited to; physical apartment inspections, physical chart reviews, utilization reviews, tracking and scheduling of all mandatory and recommended staff training. The UR/QA staff member will be directly supervised and report to the Director of Quality Assurance.
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in human services required
This position requires that the individual fulfill the requirements of a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)
Experience: This position requires that the applicant have;
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills
o Proficiency in computer skills – use of Word, Excel, Power Point
Experience preferred:
o Knowledge and experience with OMIG regulations for billing Medicaid in a licensed residential program
o Experience with web based software programs: AWARDS and CAIRS
o Experience working with a special need (mental health) adult population
Schedule: Monday to Friday; 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Hours of operation: The office is open from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm; Mon – Fri, and 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturdays.
Physical Requirements / Limitations:
- Must be able to access apartments above first floor
- Must be able travel to different locations within the community
- Must be able to demonstrate proper cleaning / apartment maintenance methods to clients/residents of the program
Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/ females/ veterans/ disabilities/ sexual orientation/ gender identity