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.