Performance Improvement Specialist jobs in Kearney, NE

Overview

Reports To: CQI Director

Classification: Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm

Rate of Pay: $19.25

About CEDARS

At CEDARS, our mission is to help children achieve safety, stability, and enduring family relationships. For over 75 years, thousands of kids and families have found refuge and a new beginning at CEDARS. As one of Nebraska’s most trusted human service organizations, we make sure that kids feel safe and secure. At the same time, we’re giving parents, foster families, and partnering agencies the support they need to care effectively for kids.

Diversity

At CEDARS, we embrace diversity, and we know the journey towards belonging never ends. Click (here) to learn more about our journey.

Job Summary

The Continuous Quality Improvement and Evaluation Specialist is responsible for the collection of data, generation of related reports, assisting with research and providing administrative support of activities as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Assist with generating reports as assigned, including regular monthly or quarterly reports, ad hoc or special requests and annual surveys and reports.
• Assist with the completion of CEDARS case record reviews, CQI generated surveys, and relevant projects/assignments.
• Provide administrative support to CQI groups and participate as a member at group meetings as required.
• Be knowledgeable of CEDARS client information management systems and provide support, as necessary.
• Perform data entry for a variety of databases.
• Assist with researching best practices to enhance service delivery and explore new funding and grant opportunities.
• Assist in special projects as assigned.
• Provide back-up support to the Admissions process by answering the intake calls, gathering information, processing referrals, and contacting appropriate people within a timely manner.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of CEDARS.

Job Skills / Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• At least three years of relevant data and project management experience.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with Excel and Client Information Management Systems.
• A genuine interest in and concern for all youth and families.
• Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the clients and families CEDARS serves.
• Ability to work professionally in a fast-paced environment with a wide range of people and effectively respond to identified needs.
• Ability to assess the needs of youth and families and determine the most appropriate plan of service.
• Valid Nebraska driver’s license, a good driving record.

Education Requirements (Any)

Bachelor's Degree Required

Additional Information / Benefits

As a full-time active employee, you are eligible to participate in the following benefits:

• medical, dental, and vision coverages
• flexible spending accounts and health spending accounts
• personal leave, emergency leave, paid holidays, and floating holidays
• retirement plan with 5% company match
• life & long-term disability insurance
• employee assistance program
• wellness and engagement program
• early childhood childcare discount
• mileage reimbursement
• extensive training and professional development opportunities

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Childcare Discount