Compliance Specialist I

We are seeking a Compliance Specialist I! Southeastern, OH Hybrid role Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is a community-minded, forward-thinking behavioral health organization helping people along the road to health and well-being. We meet people in their homes and communities and help connect them to the resources they need. We serve Southeast and Central Ohio with a comprehensive array of behavioral health and other services – working with local partners to promote healthy people and strong communities. All our services are intended to be collaborative and personalized for the individual. The Compliance Specialist I supports the organization’s compliance program by assisting with incident reporting, policy and procedure maintenance, compliance documentation, and regulatory readiness activities. This position works under the direction of compliance leadership and partners with clinical, quality improvement, human resources, and operational teams to help ensure accurate documentation, timely follow-up, and alignment with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and program requirements. The pay range for this position is $27.60 - $33.65 per hour based on experience, education, and/or licensure. Essential Functions: Support the organization’s incident reporting process by assisting with incident reporting, documentation review, classification support, follow-up tracking, incident-related documentation, trend tracking, and closure of reported incidents. Maintain accurate and timely compliance documentation related to incident reports, investigations, incident corrective actions, regulatory submissions, and internal follow-up activities. Coordinate with clinical supervisors, program leaders, human resources, quality improvement, and other stakeholders to gather information, track assigned follow-up items, and support timely resolution of compliance matters. Assist with various compliance committee activities, including preparing materials, tracking policy review status, documenting decisions, organizing approvals, and maintaining policy governance records. Assist in maintaining the operational policy inventory, review schedules, policy repository, operation standardized templates, archived versions, and related documentation to support current and accessible policies and procedures. Assist with drafting, formatting, revising, routing, and communicating policies and procedures around compliance in partnership with compliance, clinical, administrative, billing, operations, and leadership teams. Support monitoring of applicable regulatory, accreditation, and program requirements, including OhioDBH, CARF, HRSA, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and related standards, under the guidance of compliance leadership. Prepare and maintain reference documents, tracking logs, and communications related to incident reporting, compliance expectations, policy updates, and implementation requirements. Support broader compliance program activities, including regulatory readiness, internal documentation reviews, committee support, compliance education, data tracking, and preparation of reports or materials for leadership review. Travel within designated service areas. All other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: Education/Licensure: A high school degree or GED equivalent is required. A bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, public health, social work, nursing, human services, business administration, or a related field is required. A master’s degree in healthcare administration, public health, social work, nursing, law, or a related field is preferred. Healthcare compliance certification, such as CHC, CHPC, CPCO, or a comparable credential, is preferred. Certification of quality improvement methodologies, such as Lean, Six Sigma, or PDSA is preferred. Experience: 2 years of experience in healthcare compliance, quality assurance, policy administration, healthcare operations, behavioral health, community health, or a related administrative function is required. Experience in behavioral health, healthcare, community health, FQHC, integrated care, or a nonprofit healthcare setting is preferred. Experience supporting documentation review, data tracking, follow‑up processes, committee coordination, audits, or quality improvement activities is preferred. Experience using incident reporting systems, policy management tools, electronic health records, or compliance tracking systems is preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to organize information, maintain accurate records, track deadlines, and prepare clear summaries or reports for internal review is required. Familiarity with incident reporting, policy and procedure management, regulatory documentation, or healthcare compliance processes is preferred. Basic understanding of behavioral health, healthcare, regulatory, privacy, or accreditation requirements, such as OhioDBH, CARF, HRSA, HIPAA, or 42 CFR Part 2 is preferred. Advanced attention to detail, organization, documentation accuracy, and follow‑through is required. Ability to learn and apply regulatory, accreditation, privacy, and organizational policy requirements are required. Ability to manage multiple deadlines, competing priorities, and confidential information with professionalism is required. Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with clinical, administrative, and leadership stakeholders are required. Ability to gather information, track action items, maintain organized records, and prepare clear documentation is required. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, electronic documentation systems, and data tracking tools is required. Ability to adhere to all safety rules, regulations, and requirements is required. Knowledge of Medicaid regulations and compliance requirements is required. Access to reliable transportation is required. A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is required. An appropriate level of auto insurance coverage is required. Ability to manage deadlines within a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment is required. Ability to operate in an Internet‑based, automated office environment is required. Ability to maintain a high‑speed internet connection is required. Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer are required. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times is required. Enjoy a great work environment with an excellent salary, generous paid time off, and a strong benefits package! Benefits include: Medical Dental Vision Short‑term Disability Long‑term Disability 401K w/ Employer Match Employee Assistance Program (EAP) To learn more about our organization: OUR VISION Healthy people. Strong communities. OUR MISSION Delivering exceptional care through connection. OUR VALUES Dignity - We meet people where they are on their journey with respect and hope. Collaboration - We listen to understand and ask how we can best support the people and communities we serve. Wellbeing - We celebrate one another's strengths, and we support one another in being well. Excellence - We demand high‑quality care for those we serve and are a leader in how we care for one another as a team. Innovation - We deeply value diversity of thought and experience, knowing it is what inspires us to stretch past where we are and reach towards what we know is possible. The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals in this role, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr