Compliance Director

• The Director of Compliance is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a • comprehensive compliance program that supports ethical, legal, and regulatory practices across • all operations at APluscare. This role ensures the organization maintains effective compliance • policies, reporting systems, education initiatives, monitoring procedures, and corrective action • processes.

• The Director of Compliance works closely with executive leadership and the Board to identify • risk areas, strengthen internal controls, and ensure adherence to federal, state, and • organizational requirements.

Key Responsibilities• Lead and oversee the development, implementation, and ongoing management of the • organization's compliance program across all services, including residential services, • day habilitation, wellness programs, and behavioral health operations. • Conduct weekly supervision meetings with program leadership to ensure all regulatory • and organizational compliance standards are maintained. • Ensure department leaders complete all required documentation, operational • responsibilities, and regulatory obligations. • Perform an annual organizational risk assessment and develop a comprehensive • compliance work plan that includes audit activities and staff training initiatives. • Provide regular compliance updates and formal reports to the CEO, leadership team, • and Board of Directors regarding compliance program progress, audit findings, emerging • trends, and regulatory developments. • Develop, review, and update compliance policies and procedures to maintain alignment • with current regulations and best practices. • Create and manage an annual compliance education program that includes mandatory • compliance training for all staff members. • Maintain systems for reporting, documenting, and investigating potential compliance • concerns, including root cause analysis and corrective action planning when issues are • identified. • Ensure appropriate reporting of confirmed compliance violations to government agencies • when required by law. • Serve as a compliance advisor to executive leadership and management, offering • guidance on strategies to minimize regulatory risks and reduce exposure to fraud or • abuse. • Monitor changes in laws, regulations, enforcement guidance, and legal developments • that may impact agency operations. • Oversee the organization's privacy program, ensuring the protection of protected health • information and compliance with applicable privacy regulations and agency policies. • Supervise internal audit processes, including the development and execution of an • annual audit work plan. • Maintain knowledge of and ensure adherence to all governing documents relevant to • agency operations, including contracts, policies, state and federal regulations, and • program guidelines. • Complete and review required reports, documentation, schedules, and compliance • records as required by the agency. • Track quality assurance reporting and ensure appropriate follow-up actions are • completed when issues are identified. • Ensure proper onboarding and orientation processes are completed for new employees. • Conduct probationary reviews and employee performance evaluations. • Ensure staff training requirements are met, particularly those related to DDD regulations • and the College of Direct Support (CDS). • Maintain flexible availability when necessary to support program operations. • Participate in recruitment and interviewing to ensure adequate staffing and qualified • personnel. • Monitor quality improvement initiatives and recommend operational improvements • across programs. • Represent APluscare in interactions with external organizations, partners, and the public • while maintaining accurate representation of agency information. • Ensure that nursing and therapeutic services are delivered under the supervision of • qualified medical professionals, including registered nurses or physicians. • Support appropriate supervision of staff during all operating hours. • Uphold and enforce company policies, confidentiality requirements, and quality • standards. • Perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designated • leadership.

Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in behavioral health, Healthcare Administration, or a related field • preferred. • Minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with developmental • disabilities. • Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements related to DDD services and healthcare • provider operations, including Stark Law, Anti-Kickback regulations, and other fraud and • abuse laws. • Understanding of compliance program management, including risk assessment, program • planning, regulatory monitoring, and financial oversight. • Ability to cooperate fully with licensing authorities and regulatory agencies during • inspections or investigations. • Successful completion of all required training and demonstration of competency in • mandated training areas. • Valid driver's license required. • Must be at least 18 years of age. • Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds when necessary.