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The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, (DBHDD), is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director of Quality Management in the Office of Accountability and Compliance.

Under broad supervision, provides energetic and visionary leadership in the planning, development and implementation of a system-wide quality management program for hospital operations within the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD). Provides leadership and consultation for all hospital-based quality management directors. Assures that all hospital related quality management issues are systematically and systemically addressed, including requirements found in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) Conditions of Participation for Hospitals, The Joint Commission (TJC) and in the Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act (CRIPA) Settlement Agreement with the Federal Department of Justice. Supervises the quality management data manager assigned to hospital operations within the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities.This position is located in downtown Atlanta. A sprawling metropolis of over four million people today, metro Atlanta has the vibrancy of the worlds great urban centers combined with the Southern charm of small town centers such as Roswell and Decatur. Here youll find historic sites from the Civil War through the Civil Rights era, as well as world-class shopping, entertainment, and nightlife.

GENERAL SUMMARY: Under general supervision of the Director of Quality, is responsible for facilitating continuous improvement activities using the Lean methodology PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Coach and support teams and individuals on properly identifying the 7 wastesTeach and train teams and individuals on the application of problem specific tools to support the Kaizen Activity Facilitate the deployment of capable and successful Kaizen teams for the purpose of elimination of waste As applicable coordinate the documentation of Kaizen/experiment using standard Lean tools Insure proper implementation and continued follow-up until Kaizen/experiment is hardwired Conduct regular observations of completed Kaizen/experiments to support and coach Provide input and recommendations for further continuous improvement activities to area managers Support the development and implementation of organizational wide Lean learning. Establish and grow relationships with those closest to the work KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:The level of knowledge equivalent to that is normally acquired through completion of a Bachelors DegreeStrong leadership, coaching and teaching abilities Five years of related experience, including first hand experience leading and conducting Kaizen events preferably in a health care environmentCandidate must be able to demonstrate first hand knowledge and proper use of Lean as a business strategy Strong analytical, organizational and problem solving skillsExceptional communication (primarily verbal and listening) skills with ability to interact effectively with all levels throughout the organization. Knowledge of personal computer applications (Excel, word, etc.) WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal sedentary office environment. Work requires frequent mental/visual effort in reviewing documents The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the job.