Program Compliance Specialist

Pay Rate $25.00 to $27.00 per hour Telecommute Status Hybrid How many days a week at a regular work location? 2 days onsite Position Summary Under supervision of the Compliance Manager, the Compliance Auditor is responsible for performing compliance reviews of rehabilitation programs, coordinating fieldwork, and providing consultation to ensure adherence with applicable standards, regulations and licensing requirements associated with rehabilitation programs provided. Employees in this classification provide compliance-related advisory services, internal training, and both documentation and site specific audits. This job requires knowledge of CARF, Department of Developmental Services, Department of Rehabilitation, and AbilityOne requirements; and the ability to conduct audits, document findings, and collaborate with the Compliance Manager on how to advise management on corrective actions. Typical Duties *Assists with organizing and performing compliance reviews and serves as a consultant on matters related to compliance with Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation (CARF), Department of Developmental Services, Department of Rehabilitation, AbilityOne, Community Care Licensing, and other standards. *Conducts regular internal audits of rehabilitation services programs, including conducting site visits, performing observations and interviews, and reviewing documentation. *Performs internal audits of other departments to evaluate their adherence to accreditation requirements and organizational standards that impact rehabilitation programs. *Reports audit findings, collaborates with the Compliance Manager to review results; prepares audit reports and assists in presenting results and recommendations to management. *Develops and implements programs and policies to ensure procedural compliance, and integrates new standards and regulations as they arise, and ensures that they are understood *Offers consultative guidance to management in identifying compliance gaps and assisting in the development of training materials related to applicable standards, regulations and licensing requirements for rehabilitation programs. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned Denotes Essential Job Function Minimum Qualifications Three or more years of experience in a field that specializes in the needs of persons with disabilities; Prior audit industry experience; experience in rehabilitation services preferred; Intermediate to advance computer skills including spreadsheets, word processing, database, and presentation software; Ability to communicate effectively including listening, verbal, and written; Demonstrate ability to apply critical thinking to identify solutions to problems; Develop and maintain positive and collaborative relationships with staff and customers; Demonstrate mathematical skills including the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations; Ability to manage competing priorities and exercise flexibility. Education Requirements Bachelors Health & Human Services or related field. A comparable combination of formal education and work experience will be considered. Certificates or Licenses Required Valid Driver's License. Physical Requirements Viewing computer screen/monitor Keyboarding Receiving and making calls Work Environment Work is performed in a hybrid environment, including an office environment, customer worksite, and community environments with limited privacy and some exposure to background noise. Frequent local travel is required. DISCLAIMER The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor’s instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors. PRIDE Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr