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Community Options New York

Certified Investigator (Part-Time)

Community Options New York, Syracuse, New York, United States

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Community Options, Inc.

is an national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

We are actively seeking a part-time

Certified Investigator

in Syracuse, NY. The Certified Investigator conducts all investigations related to individual abuse, incidents, and other agency affairs as needed by the agency within the state required timeframes.

This is a per diem - will be paid on a daily basis.

Starting pay is: $25.00 per hour

Responsibilities

Conduct in person and virtual interviews and collect written statements and other supporting documentation pertinent to investigation

Act as the point of contact for investigations and coordinate the investigation process, collecting information requested by the investigator, schedule staff interviews, and visit homes/programs

Submit investigative reports in a timely manner, and corrective actions plans according to the Justice Center requirements

Knowledgeable of OPWDD Incident Reporting Management Application RMA

Conduct agency-wide programmatic internal audits and ensure that the agency is prepared for external audits

Review investigation recommendations with the QA/Incident Management Committee and respond to reports in a timely manner

Initiate and monitor the implementation of all QA/Management Committee recommendations and report any issues

Interface as an agency representative with law enforcement, state governing, and regulatory bodies

Assist with curriculum and conduct agency-wide trainings on abuse prevention, incident reporting and other regulatory/core training topics as needed

Maintain all documentation securely in files electronically and in HIPAA compliant manner

Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation

Minimum Requirements

Must be a Certified Investigator

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent, and three years related experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and training

Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record

Commitment to and knowledge of community-based support for persons with disabilities

Working knowledge of management of an effective QA program, including training, monitoring, conducting, and documenting investigations, addressing violations, and monitoring corrective actions

Ability to maintain effective relationships with other management staff, employees, regulatory/oversight agencies, and the general public

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Why Community Options?

Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Incredible career growth opportunities

University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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