Planning & Quality Assurance Specialist I

Planning & Quality Assurance Specialist I Taylor Hardin Secure Medical Facility - 2.9 Tuscaloosa, AL Job Details Full-time $39,312.00 - $65,726.40 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Computer operation Nursing Computer literacy Writing skills Sociology Criminal Justice Task prioritization Quality improvement Human Services Computer skills Associate's degree Nursing Full Job Description To apply please copy and paste this link below in your browser https://laserfiche.alabama.gov/Forms/ADMH-Job-Application Location for application :

Taylor Hardin Announcement Number :

26-17 EMPLOYMENT

OPPORTUNITY JOB TITLE

: Planning & Quality Assurance Specialist

I OPEN DATE

: 08/29/2025

CLOSE DATE :

Until Filled

JOB LOCATION

:

Taylor Hardin Secure Medical Facility NUMBER:

25-21 Tuscaloosa, Alabama

JOB CODE

:

Q1000 SALARY

Range 71 ($39,312.00 - $65,726.40 Annually). Salary will be commensurate with experience. Limitations apply to current State employees.

BENEFITS 13

paid holidays. 1 personal leave day accrued each January. 13 sick leave days. 13 annual leave days accrued in the first year of employment. Longevity bonus annually after 5 years of employment. Continuous opportunities for acquiring CE's needed for maintaining professional license. Very low-cost health and dental insurance through the Alabama State Employee Insurance Board. Defined retirement benefit (not impacted by economic downturns) and a pre-retirement death benefit through the Retirement Systems of Alabama. After 1 year, the minimum amount of the pre-retirement death benefit paid to your designated beneficiary is at least equal to your current or previous fiscal year annual salary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Health Administration, Business Administration, Social Work, Special Education, Psychology, Nursing, Statistical Analysis/Research, or a human service field. Registered Nurses qualify with a diploma or an Associate's degree in Nursing. 12 months or more experience in Mental Health programs required. OR 60 months or more experience in performing the duties indicated above with the Department of Mental Health. Human services field includes the following disciplines: Social Work, Psychology, Criminal/Juvenile Justice, Special Education, Sociology, Speech Education, Rehabilitation, Counseling, Speech Pathology, Audiology, Nursing, Physical or Occupational Therapy, and any related academic disciplines associated with the study of Human Behavior, Human Skill Development, or Basic Human Care Needs

KIND OF WORK

Provides monthly and Quarterly reports of results from data collected. Collects data related to patient care and treatment, standards of care and policies. Coordinates medical, psychiatric and CRNP peer reviews quarterly or as assigned. Assists in monitoring activities that support the safety, care, and treatment of the patients. Collects, aggregates, and analyzes statistical data, trends, etc., pertaining to safety, care, and treatment. Develops designated reports for presentation to internal committees and external stakeholders. Provides accurate data finding so that care improvement opportunities may be identified. Performs other related duties.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of quality improvement concepts. Knowledge and experience in using a personal computer and related software programs. Knowledge of applicable standard requirements department policies and other applicable state and federal requirements. Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work activities Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Ability to analyze information and recommend appropriate action.

METHOD OF SELECTION

Applicants will be rated based on an evaluation of their job-related training, abilities, experience, and education, and should provide adequate work history identifying experiences related to the duties and minimum qualifications as mentioned above. All relevant information is subject to verification. Drug screening and security clearances will be conducted on prospective applicants being given serious consideration for employment whose job requires direct contact with patients. Click Here to : https://laserfiche.alabama.gov/Forms/ADMH-Job-Application Only work experience detailed on the application will be considered. Applications should be submitted by the deadline to be considered. Announcements open until filled will remain open until a sufficient applicant pool is obtained. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible to ensure the application will be considered for the position. Copies of License/Certifications should be uploaded with your application. A copy of the academic transcript is required. Appointment of successful candidate will be conditional based on receipt of the official transcript provided by the school, college, or university.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$39,312.00 - $65,726.40 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person