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Quality Improvement Director
South County Mental Health CenterDelray Beach, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Apr 2026
About the role
Quality Improvement Director
Position Summary
South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is seeking an experienced and strategic Quality Improvement Director to lead agency-wide performance improvement and compliance initiatives. This leadership role is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring quality management systems to ensure excellence in patient care and adherence to regulatory standards. The Director works with a high degree of independence while collaborating with leadership and department teams to drive continuous improvement, manage risk, and support organizational goals. This role is critical in promoting a culture of quality, safety, and accountability across the organization.
About Us
South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is a private, non-profit, Joint Commission-accredited behavioral healthcare provider serving Southeast Palm Beach County. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality mental health services to individuals and families in our community.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
Duties and Responsibilities
Quality Improvement Leadership
Core Competencies
Position Summary
South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is seeking an experienced and strategic Quality Improvement Director to lead agency-wide performance improvement and compliance initiatives. This leadership role is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring quality management systems to ensure excellence in patient care and adherence to regulatory standards. The Director works with a high degree of independence while collaborating with leadership and department teams to drive continuous improvement, manage risk, and support organizational goals. This role is critical in promoting a culture of quality, safety, and accountability across the organization.
About Us
South County Mental Health Center, Inc. is a private, non-profit, Joint Commission-accredited behavioral healthcare provider serving Southeast Palm Beach County. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality mental health services to individuals and families in our community.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Health Administration, or related field (required)
- 3+ years of experience in quality improvement, compliance, or risk management (required)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and documentation systems
Preferred Qualifications:
- License in LMHC or Risk Management
- Health administration background
- Strong knowledge of regulatory standards (e.g., Joint Commission, state and federal requirements)
Duties and Responsibilities
Quality Improvement Leadership
- Develop, implement, and oversee the organization’s Quality Improvement (QI) program
- Monitor performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement
- Lead performance improvement initiatives across departments
- Ensure continuous readiness for accreditation and regulatory reviews
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and accreditation standards
- Investigate incidents, track trends, and implement corrective actions
- Oversee risk management processes and patient safety initiatives
- Maintain policies and procedures aligned with regulatory requirements
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data to drive decision-making
- Prepare and present reports to leadership on quality outcomes and trends
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and benchmark results
- Educate and train staff on quality improvement practices and compliance standards
- Collaborate with department leaders to implement best practices
- Support a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
- Conduct internal audits, chart reviews, and program evaluations
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation
- Coordinate external audits and accreditation surveys
Core Competencies
- Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills
- High attention to detail and analytical ability
- Ability to interpret and apply regulatory standards
- Effective communication and presentation skills
- Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
- Ability to influ
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