Continuous Quality Improvement Specialist
Quick Summary
- Monitor county Adult Services programs to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, North Carolina General Statutes, Social Services Commission rules, Division policy,
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.
This position evaluates program compliance and performance through data analysis, case reviews, quality assurance activities, and regional support, with primary responsibility for assigned counties. Responsibilities include facilitating the continuous quality improvement process, identifying areas of deficiency, guiding counties in developing and implementing corrective strategies, and monitoring outcomes using established performance measures. The CQI-S provides on-site and virtual consultation, coaching, guidance on statutory and regulatory requirements, and support in applying policy to practice across all Adult Services program areas.
Key Duties Include:
- Monitor county Adult Services programs to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, North Carolina General Statutes, Social Services Commission rules, Division policy, and other governing authorities.
- Evaluate program performance and compliance through data analysis, case reviews, quality assurance activities, record reviews, and established performance measures.
- Facilitate the continuous quality improvement process by identifying deficiencies, recommending improvements, and guiding counties in the development and implementation of corrective strategies.
- Monitor county progress toward corrective action plans and performance goals and assess outcomes to support sustained program improvement.
- Provide on-site and virtual technical assistance, consultation, coaching, and guidance to county leadership, supervisors, and staff regarding Adult Services program administration and policy application.
- Interpret and apply statutory, regulatory, and policy requirements related to Adult Protective Services (APS), Guardianship, Special Assistance In-Home (SAIH), Adult Placement, and Individual and Family Adjustment Services.
- Coordinate, develop, and deliver training on Adult Services policies, procedures, program requirements, and quality improvement practices to county staff and stakeholders.
- Prepare reports, dashboards, performance summaries, and other analytical products to support county decision-making, program accountability, and performance monitoring.
- Assist counties with business process redesign, operational improvements, and implementation strategies that strengthen service delivery and program effectiveness.
- Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with county directors, supervisors, staff, and partners to improve Adult Services outcomes for adults, families, and vulnerable adults.
Requirements
~1 min readSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Master's degree in a discipline relative to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of related experience
OR
Bachelor's degree in a discipline relative to the program area from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of related experience
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
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About this job
- Pay per year
- $57,983–$101,470 a year
- 20% above the $66,186 median for ENT Specialist jobs on Jobera (420 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
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Listing Details
- Posted
- November 11, 2026
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- November 11, 2026
- Last seen
- November 11, 2026
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