Job Description
Description
Work For Good! Salary: $89,000-$111,500/annually (Depending on Education/Experience)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. Regular monthly travel within the state for meetings or site visits required.
Position Overview:The Director of Compliance ensures that Children’s Home Society of South Dakota adheres to all federal, state, and local regulations and accrediting bodies in the delivery of services across our various programs: residential treatment, outpatient clinics, school services, and our domestic violence shelter. This individual will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining compliance programs, policies, and procedures that safeguard the organization’s operations, enhance quality care, and minimize risk.
By joining our team, you will make a difference every day-creating positive change for individuals, families, and communities. Each smile, hug, and heart you touch will reflect the meaningful impact of your work.
Benefits of Employment at CHS:- Comprehensive Benefits: Equal up to 30% of your salary . Two health insurance options (Traditional Plan & High Deductible Health Plan with HSA), vision, dental, employer-paid Group Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Short Term & Long-Term Disability, and additional voluntary life and critical illness plans.
- Financial/Education Assistance: Up to $200 per month in tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for qualifying employees.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Includes a generous PTO package with 40 hours upfront, 10 paid holidays, and 8 hours "Day of Service" for volunteering in the community.
- Retirement Plans: Once entry into the plan, employees receive a 3% employer contribution each pay period and an up to an additional 5% profit sharing . Employees are 100% vested after 4 years of credited service.
- Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring new employees.
What You Will Do:Regulatory and Accreditation Compliance: - Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as industry standards and best practices for all programs.
- Oversee compliance with COA accreditation requirements for CHS programs.
- Coordinate and prepare for audits, inspections, and reviews conducted by governmental and accrediting agencies.
- Track changes in laws and regulations affecting the organization and communicate relevant updates to staff and leadership.
Policy Development and Implementation: - Assist and maintain comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure compliance across all programs.
- Ensure policies reflect current best practices and meet regulatory requirements for residential treatment, outpatient clinics, school-based programs, and shelters.
- Train staff on the organization's compliance policies and provide ongoing education to foster a culture of compliance.
Risk Management: - Identify areas of potential risk within the organization’s operations and develop strategies to mitigate those risks.
- Work closely with leadership to manage internal audits, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
- Respond to compliance-related concerns, complaints, or breaches in a timely manner, including investigating and addressing allegations of non-compliance or misconduct.
Training and Education: - Collaborate with Department Directors to Develop and deliver regular compliance training for staff at all levels to ensure understanding of regulatory requirements, ethical standards, and best practices.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on compliance issues for staff, providing guidance on the interpretation and application of policies and regulations.
- Stay updated on changes to regulations and best practices, ensuring training materials reflect current standards.
Reporting and Documentation: - Maintain records of compliance activities, including audits, corrective actions, training, and policy updates.
- Generate reports for leadership, funders, and external partners regarding compliance metrics and outcomes.
- Ensure that all documentation and reporting meet the requirements of regulatory and funding bodies.
- Facilitate quality assurance meetings and maintain QI data including project improvement plans throughout the agency.
Collaboration and Support: - Collaborate with various departments (clinical, administrative, human resources, etc.) to support the development and implementation of compliant practices across the organization.
- Provide guidance and support to leadership on complex compliance issues, offering solutions to enhance operations while remaining compliant with regulations.
What We’ll Love About You:- You are a team player that promotes a positive work environment.
- You are capable of handling highly sensitive, confidential information.
- You are able to effectively communicate.
- You align with our mission, vision, and values.
- You are organized and are able to pay strong attention to detail.
- You are able to have professional and kind client and public interactions.
- You are able to show awareness and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees and clients.
Requirements
Education and Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Health Administration, Public Health, Law, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in compliance or regulatory affairs, preferably in a behavioral health, non-profit, or human services setting.
- Experience working with community mental health, residential treatment, school programs, outpatient clinics, and/or domestic violence shelters is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to behavioral health, domestic violence, and mental health services.
Skills and Competencies: - Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements for non-profit organizations, mental health, and social services.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with leadership, staff, and external agencies.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office Suite and compliance tracking software.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- High attention to detail and ability to interpret and apply complex regulations
- Compassionate and mission-driven with a commitment to advancing the organization's goals.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:Normal office environment with minimal exposure to dush, noise, etc. Extended PC viewing and keyboard required.
*Must successfully complete all required background and pre-employment checks EEO/AA.
Join us at Children’s Home Society and truly
"Work for Good" every day, helping to change the world one child, one family, and one smile at a time.
Apply today!