Compliance Specialist

Compliance Specialist

Come for the career. Stay for the mission. Change lives along the way

Isaiah House is Kentucky's largest nonprofit, Christ-centered addiction recovery organization. We provide evidence-based, holistic care to individuals battling substance use disorders. With a heart for transforming lives, we serve individuals and families across the Commonwealth through a full continuum of care, from residential treatment to outpatient services and recovery support.

We are seeking a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Compliance Specialist to join our Compliance Department. Reporting to the Compliance Director, this position is pivotal in maintaining organizational integrity through regulatory adherence, audits, investigations, and policy and procedure. This is an entry-level position and is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to jumpstart their career in Compliance.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Policy & Governance: Draft, update, and implement organizational policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and the Code of Conduct
• Auditing & Monitoring: Assist with internal compliance audits, risk assessments, and monitoring activities to identify operational gaps
• Regulatory Tracking: Monitor changes in relevant federal, state, and local laws/accreditation standards and assess their operational impact
• Training & Education: Assist in building and delivering compliance training materials and modules for staff and management
• Reporting & Investigations: Track compliance metrics, investigate potential policy violations or hotline reports, and draft investigation reports
• External Audits & Filings: Assist with external regulatory surveys and third-party audits
• Other tasks required for compliance activities as determined by Compliance leadership

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Business, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
• 2-5 years of direct experience in healthcare in a corporate/administrative role preferred
• Willingness to obtain and maintain proficiency in Isaiah House policy, procedures, and programs
• Excellence in key soft skills: attention to detail, analytical thinking, communication, professionalism, organization

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer
• Frequent use of standard office equipment (e.g., keyboard, phone)
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and company partners
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, or reach
• May be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Employees receive benefits that include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life insurance
• 401(k) Option
• PTO after 90 Days & Holiday Pay

Additional Information:

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 4:30pm or other regular office hours as determined by supervisor
• Work Environment: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Some travel may be needed between Isaiah House facilities

Isaiah House is a faith-based and Christ-centered nonprofit organization. Employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and standards of conduct. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.