Certified Investigator

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** Certified Investigator
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** Regular If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!  The Certified Investigator is responsible for conducting thorough, timely, and objective investigations of reportable incidents in accordance with the Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) Incident Management Bulletin and RHA Health Services policies.

This role partners closely with the Incident Manager and cross-functional teams to support continuous quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation across all IDD programs.
In addition to investigative responsibilities, this position supports staff training, compliance oversight, quality assurance activities, and risk management initiatives to promote the safety, dignity, and well-being of individuals supported by RHA.
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* DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

**** Incident Intake, Investigation & Regulatory Compliance
*** Conduct objective, comprehensive investigations of reportable incidents in compliance with ODP Incident Management Bulletin requirements.
* Participate in all stages of investigations involving suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or misconduct by staff, family members, guardians, or others.
* Collect, review, and analyze evidence, including interviews, documentation, and on-site assessments.
* Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to all applicable regulatory, legal, and ethical standards.
* Immediately respond to urgent investigations.
* Collaborate with internal leadership, Human Resources, external providers, and regulatory agencies throughout the investigative process.
* Ensure investigations are completed in accordance with required timelines, including submission of final reports within the 30-day timeframe.
* Identify trends and patterns in incidents and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
* Support development and implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
** Training & Education
*** Provide training and technical assistance to staff related to incident management, abuse prevention, reporting requirements, and compliance procedures.
* Support staff understanding of regulatory expectations and investigative best practices.
* Monitor regulatory updates and adjust training materials and programs to reflect changes in ODP regulations, policies, and guidance.
** Audit, Quality Assurance & Compliance Support
*** Support quality assurance initiatives through monitoring, analysis, and reporting of incident trends.
* Make recommendations for process improvements.
* Assist with internal and external audits, licensing reviews, and accreditation activities.
* Ensure investigation records are properly maintained, secured, and accessible for compliance reviews.
* Support the integration and implementation of organizational quality assurance policies, procedures, and state-specific regulatory requirements.
* Promote adherence to contractual and accreditation standards across all programs.
** Safety, Risk Management & Crisis Response
*** Participate in monthly Safety Committee meetings and quarterly Incident Management meetings.
* Collaborate with operational and clinical teams to implement risk-reduction strategies that enhance program safety.
* Support crisis intervention protocols and response strategies as identified in individuals’ treatment and support plans.
* Contribute to organization-wide initiatives focused on safety, prevention, and regulatory readiness.
** Other Responsibilities
*** Perform other duties as assigned.
* Travel to program sites and training sessions as needed.
** Supervisory Responsibilities
** This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
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* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

*** Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social work, human services, healthcare administration, or a related field (preferred).
* Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) field.

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