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The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as a Quality Improvement Coordinator at MMHNCC. * *Job Overview: *The Quality Improvement Coordinator assists and supports the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Manager (QAPI) program for the Montana Mental Health nursing Care Center. This position works with the QAPI Manager to plan, organize, and lead the staff and work process ensuring conformance to regulatory requirements, contractual obligations, and facility policy. * Responsibilities include: *Providing quality activities for the entire facility; monitoring, implementing, evaluating and improving processes and programs that meet regulatory, accreditation, and standards of practice. * Why Join DPHHS:Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience. * *How to Apply:To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. * Cover Letter * Resume Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below. * *Additional Information:This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants. * *Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Behaviors): Required for the first day of work: * Knowledgeable of nursing duties and care plan/treatment planning * Knowledge of basic tools of continuous improvement, system design, or Lean Six Sigma. * Knowledge of team development and facilitation techniques applied to quality improvement to achieve their highest potential. * Skilled in organization and planning, managing multiple demands, and achieving results. * Excellent written and oral communication skills with particular emphasis on presentation skills. * Excellent conflict management and leadership skills. * Ability to identify problems and develop and implement solutions. * Ability to perform under minimal supervision with accountability for specific goals/objectives. * Ability to operate a personal computer and general office equipment as necessary to complete duties and responsibilities including using spreadsheet, word processing, data base, e-mail, internet, and other computer programs. * *Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience): * Bachelor’s degree in a related field. * Two years of job-related work experience preferred. * Experience in Process Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement, or Lean Six Sigma preferred. * Other combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Physicaland Environmental Demands:This position is exposed to unconventional behaviors by residents with mental illness. The ability to engage and work with often volatile individuals and make critical decisions is required. May be exposed to blood borne pathogens. Walking, standing, and sitting for variable periods of time is required. May occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Title: Quality Improvement Coordinator * Location: *Lewistown Requisition ID: 25140089

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