Accreditation and Policy Specialist

Job Purpose

The Accreditation and Policy Specialist supports the agency's compliance and quality improvement efforts through the coordination of accreditation readiness activities and the management of the agency's policy management system. This position plays a key role in maintaining regulatory compliance, ensuring documentation aligns with current standards, and facilitating consistent, timely updates across all departments.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in public health, healthcare administration, social work, or related field (Master's preferred)

Minimum of 2 years of experience with accreditation (e.g., CARF, DMH, CCBHC) and policy management

Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance standards in behavioral health

Familiarity with policy management platforms (e.g., PolicyTech)

Core Job Duties

Coordinate agency efforts to prepare for accreditation and certification surveys, including CARF, DMH, and CCBHC

Assist in the development, implementation, and review of internal audit and mock survey tools

Track accreditation timelines and ensure all documentation is current and compliant

Serve as administrator for the PolicyTech system, ensuring policies are properly updated, assigned, archived, and approved

Work collaboratively with department leaders to ensure policies reflect current practices, standards, and regulations

Monitor policy review schedules and facilitate timely review and revision cycles

Develop and deliver training or technical support for staff on use of the policy system and accreditation-related processes

Provide regular reports on policy compliance and accreditation readiness to the QI Officer and executive team

Maintain accurate records of policy changes, survey results, and corrective actions

Orally communicate information effectively and accurately.

Assure program operates within the constraints of the agency's certification (CARF, DMH) standards and strategic plan related to clinical care.

Abide by program and agency policies and procedures.

Other job duties and special projects as assigned.