Regulatory Affairs Manager jobs in Tacoma, WA

Description

• Position(s) at this location will also receive 5% Premium Pay for 24/7 facilities. Employees must physically work at the facility 3 days per workweek to qualify. The 5% Premium Pay is in effect until June 29th, 2025

• This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step L. Step M has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules.

Duties

• Completing psychosocial assessments, psychiatric case histories.
• Completing assigned components of RAI (MDS, CAA, Care Plans research and completion).
• Maintaining direct contact with residents and families.
• Completing psychosocial assessment interviews (Initial, quarterly, annual, significant change, change of therapy, and discharge).
• Completion of assigned sections of the MDS (PASRR, cognition, psychosocial well-being, mood, behavior, psychotropic, and discharge).
• Inputting data from assessments into Electronic Medical Records (Point Click Care).
• Perform 1:1 visits, phone, care conferences, and discharge planning.
• Conducting interviews for ongoing assessment and treatment with a focus on the resident's cognitive, mood, psychosocial, and behavioral status.
• Developing behavioral plans and maintaining behavior monitors when necessary.
• And much, much more!

Qualifications

Required:

• Master's degree from an approved school of social work.

• Two (2) years of experience in working with a population requiring mental health counseling or emotionally disturbed individuals.
• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) to practice in the State of Washington. If an individual does not possess a LICSW to practice in the state of Washington upon hire, they may still be eligible for employment but must obtain an LICSW within 2 years of employment.

• Three or more years of experience in care of geriatric population, dementia care, geriatric mental health, or Veteran population.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively complete MDS 3.0, RAI requirements.
• Experience in care of geriatric population, dementia care, and geriatric mental health.
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize heavy workload.
• Knowledge of medical conditions/diagnosis.
• Knowledge of categories of psychoactive medication.
• Knowledge of Veterans' issues and trauma informed care.

Supplemental Information

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Application Process:
Top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below.

Please include the following documents with your application:
1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.

Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.

Other Information:

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Must comply with health screening requirements by undergoing a tuberculosis skin test.
• Positions requiring travel must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and must be insured if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.