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.
