Request for Qualifications: Independent Monitor

To be considered as an Independent Monitor, the candidate must:

• Not be currently affiliated with any OASAS-certified, funded or otherwise authorized program;
• Have practical experience and background in the operation of OASAS certified or funded programs;
• Be knowledgeable of current OASAS operating regulations, guidance documents and other relevant laws, rules and guidance relating to specific corrective actions;
• Possess analytical abilities related to interpretation of data and written material; and
• Demonstrate experience in communication skills (both verbal and written.)

For purposes of this RFQ the term affiliated is defined as:  employed by, owned by, contracted with, consulting on behalf of, or receiving any remuneration from. 

Based on the specific provider circumstances and identified needs, the duties, roles, and responsibilities of the Independent Monitor shall be to:

1. Act under the direction and at the behest of OASAS while being retained by the provider;
2. Oversee the implementation of all required corrective action as prescribed by OASAS;
3. Conduct an on-going utilization review of all current active patients to assess the appropriateness of level of care and length of stay determinations;
4. Submit periodic progress reports using a tool identified by OASAS, as well as any additional relevant documentation requested by OASAS, to the designated OASAS representative;
5. Oversee the program in developing comprehensive quality improvement and utilization review plans, and corresponding policies and procedures;
6. Meet with OASAS staff when necessary to review activities and reports; and
7. Perform any other duties as deemed necessary by OASAS.