Robust Process Improvement Black Belt

Robust Process Improvement® (RPI®), practiced by the Department of Mental Health, is a systematic approach to problem-solving. It is a set of strategies, tools, methodologies, and training programs for improving facility processes. These methodologies include: Lean, Six Sigma, and Formal Change Management. RPI is the only belt training in the nation aligned with the Joint Commission (TJC), the nation’s leading healthcare improvement organization. RPI helps DMH enhance quality and performance improvement efforts, increase the spread of significant improvements in clinical and non-clinical processes, and improve alignment and staff engagement in improvement initiatives with a common language and methodology. The ultimate goal is to transform DMH facilities into highly reliable organizations. RPI Black Belt - A Black Belt is an experienced professional in Lean, Six Sigma and change management tools and methods, and how to apply these to improvement projects. A Black Belt’s job is to lead improvement initiatives, coach, mentor and teach RPI-trained staff. A Black Belt drives process improvement at a strategic, cross-functional level.