Compliance Coordinator

Starting Pay $19.00/Hour and up based on experience

Position Summary: The objective of the Compliance Coordinator is to sustain regulatory and contractual compliance (primarily DHS88); including researching new tools/mechanisms for improving program compliance and achieving continuous quality improvement. Perform internal audits quarterly and communicate with leadership to assure preparedness associated with internal audits and state surveys.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Evaluates program services documentation to assure regulatory and contractual compliance

Conducts quarterly audits of all licensed facilities and communicates results to Executive Director, Program Director, RN, Maintenance Coordinator, and program managers, as appropriate

Monitors progress toward compliance goals and deadlines and reports on the status of progress to Executive Director, Program Director, RN, Maintenance Coordinator, and program managers as appropriate

Coordinates with the Executive Director, Program Director, RN, and program managers, to measure and assure overall agency compliance with all regulatory and contractual obligations

Responsible for all ongoing communication, paperwork, license renewals, and corrective action plans, etc. with DQA

Submits license application to DQA and conducts Internal Initial Licensure Audits to assure new AFH’s preparedness for DQA inspection

Prepare managers, leaders, and HR to work with DQA to provide assistance during on-site surveys and investigations

Coordinates abuse investigations per the Internal Abuse and Neglect Investigation Procedure. Coordinates with investigative team to guarantee resident safety. Assures HR manager involvement in all decisions involving any form of disciplinary action

Monitor the materials status of all agency first aid kits and replace materials as needed

Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with agency standards and applicable local, state and federal laws

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Remains current in field by maintaining awareness of changes in regulatory and contractual obligations. Attends seminars and conferences, as appropriate

Remain current on all DQA regulations and communicate all changes and updates to appropriate agency personnel

Attend agency and departmental meetings

Attend on-going training sessions both at Opportunity Inc. and through other sponsoring organizations

Communicate with HR to ensure department is up to date on all compliance and regulatory file obligations

Other job related duties as may be necessary of this position

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, or equivalent experience and education is preferred

Two years of related experience working in the human service field required

Effective communication skills

Experienced in coaching or training others on expectations

Detail oriented

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent decision making skills with follow through ability

Investigative skills

Ability to work independently and frequently switch tasks

Requires valid WI driver’s license, at least 3 years driving experience and a good driving record with clean driving record

Requires skill in writing and speaking clearly and effectively

Requires ability to clearly understand regulatory requirements

Requires ability to make logical decisions; carry out decisions made; and follow-up with feedback when appropriate