Residential, Youth and Employment Services Quality Assurance Analyst

WHAT MAKES VOA SPECIAL

VOAC recognizes the unique needs of the older adult who needs a wheelchair ramp to stay at home safely and the preschooler whose family needs additional resources. VOAC supports veterans efforts to exit homelessness as well as provides a safe place for survivors of domestic violence. Wherever VOAC goes it combines relationship-building volunteers and quality services to lift and support our neighbors efforts to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential.

** The position applies expert-level knowledge of program regulations and policies to maintain adherence to all

funder and licensing requirements for programming within the Residential Youth and Employment Services

Department. Job duties include conducting regularly scheduled and random compliance monitoring of the

program site student and staff files health and safety logs emergency procedures billing compliance of funding

sources as well as regularly reviewing and analyzing program data. To carry out these duties it is expected that

this position will obtain and maintain expertise in the application of early childhood education programming Head

Start rules and regulations licensing regulations employment services best practices and other best practices.

Ensures that the program meets or exceeds program objectives oversees the provision of high-quality services for

program participants and further ensures on-going compliance with funder requirements and agency policy and

procedure. Position requires interaction with team members program participants and community stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Through regular unannounced site visits and file audits ensures the site and program are compliant with

licensing rules and Head Start Standards. Ensures compliance with programmatic regulations and best

practice standards.

Determines training and technical needs of program staff coordinates training serves as a resource for

analyzing and solving problems related to programs. Works to stay abreast of current issues and theories

within the relevant fields for programs that the QA Analyst works with. This may include homelessness

children families and employment/vocational services.

Provides data regarding deficiencies identified to leadership.

Compiles analyzes and communicates program data and outcomes on a regular basis to inform program

development management and compliance. May support in data entry for programming as needed.

Attends orientations trainings education programs staff meetings community meetings conferences

and workshops to meet the needs of the position.

Performs duties in a professional manner maintains the confidentially of all information and participates

effectively within and across teams.

Support team members as needed by delivering trainings that improve data collection efficiency and data

quality.

Provides technical assistance and consultation in appropriate areas.

Participates in conducting the quality assurance of the programs effectiveness including process and

outcome measures and standards of practice.

Prepares Annual Semi-Annual Quarterly monthly reports for grants and program reports to determine

the effectiveness of all various sections of programming. Responsible for the on-going monitoring of

service provision including oversight of all operational program components from outreach to program

exit.

DEMONSTRATES A PASSION FOR SERVING THE CHILD AND FAMILY POPULATION AND THE ABILITY TO

CONTRIBUTE TO THE PROGRAM-WIDE OBJECTIVES OF A DIVERSE AND DYNAMIC TEAM.

Performs job responsibilities in accordance with the Social Work Code of Ethics

Performs all other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Working conditions are generally inside the building. Frequent sitting standing walking and bending. Occasional lifting or pushing up to 50 lbs. May require working in a classroom environment. Occasional work outside on a playground or community events. Office noise level is low classroom and gym noise levels can be loud. Must be willing to use personal vehicle for service provision.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK Full time Monday through Friday. Some evenings and weekends are required.

LOCATION Position located at 2660 Larimer St. Travel between VOAC sites throughout the Denver metro area is required on a regular basis.

SALARY RANGE: $59000-$65000 annual exempt

Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status

Vacation Time

Separate Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Personal Days

Volunteer/Wellness Day

Tuition Assistance

Pension Plan

403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Health Dental Vision and Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance/Work-Life Balance Program

Employee Discount Program

LifeLock with Norton

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Volunteers of America is an EEO/AA Employer

Position will remain open until filled

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE

Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply

COMPETENCIES

Models core culture attributes of VOACO that include AIRS (Accountability Integrity Respect and Service).

Models and VOACOs three critical virtues of HHS (Hungry Humble People Smart).

Ensures equitable and inclusive services.

Passion for process improvement mentorship education human services smart administration and the delicate practice of linking each of these domains to one another in policy practice and process.

Expert knowledge in Colorado Early Childhood Licensing requirements.

Good understanding of Head Start Performance Standards.

Good understanding of TSG (Teaching Strategies GOLD) .

Good understanding of CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System).

Familiar with ECERS-R (Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale-Revised).

Familiar with CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program).

Familiar with CCAP (Childcare Assistance Program).

Familiar with Univeral PreK .

Familiar with DPP (Denver Preschool Program) .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

Demonstrated competency in compiling auditing and interpreting data.

Knowledge of state and federal standards regulations and requirements for early childhood centers.

Complete program credentialing process to include criminal and civil background checks within 30 days of hire

Willing to obtain first aid automated external defibrillator and cardiopulmonary resuscitation certifications.

Colorado drivers license and state-mandated automobile insurance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

Bachelors degree in early childhood education Special Education or Human Services.

Two years experience in developing and evaluating programs quality assurance coaching staff developing effective teams setting and achieving strategic objectives.

Large Center Director Certification

Bilingual English and Spanish.

Experience with Head Start Programing.

Knowledge of Child Plus software.

Previous management experience.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge of how children adults and elderly learn.

Ability to facilitate large group trainings to adults

Knowledge of state and federal standards regulations and requirements for Head Start early childhood education centers.

Strong written oral and interpersonal communication skills.

High level of competency working with Microsoft Office suite and cloud-based applications.

Strong time-management and prioritization skills.

Experience working both independently and in a team-oriented collaborative environment.

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role please contact to begin the Interactive Process.