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Opportunity Inc Compliance Coordinator in Wausau, Wisconsin
Compliance Coordinator
EOE StatementWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Description
Starting Pay $19.00/Hour and up based on experience
Position Summary:The objective of the Compliance Coordinator is to sustain regulatory and contractual compliance (primarily DHS88); including researching new tools/mechanisms for improving program compliance and achieving continuous quality improvement. Perform internal audits quarterly and communicate with leadership to assure preparedness associated with internal audits and state surveys.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Evaluates program services documentation to assure regulatory and contractual compliance
Conducts quarterly audits of all licensed facilities and communicates results to Executive Director, Program Director, RN, Maintenance Coordinator, and program managers, as appropriate
Monitors progress toward compliance goals and deadlines and reports on the status of progress to Executive Director, Program Director, RN, Maintenance Coordinator, and program managers as appropriate
Coordinates with the Executive Director, Program Director, RN, and program managers, to measure and assure overall agency compliance with all regulatory and contractual obligations
Responsible for all ongoing communication, paperwork, license renewals, and corrective action plans, etc. with DQA
Submits license application to DQA and conducts Internal Initial Licensure Audits to assure new AFH’s preparedness for DQA inspection
Prepare managers, leaders, and HR to work with DQA to provide assistance during on-site surveys and investigations
Coordinates abuse investigations per the Internal Abuse and Neglect Investigation Procedure. Coordinates with investigative team to guarantee resident safety. Assures HR manager involvement in all decisions involving any form of disciplinary action
Monitor the materials status of all agency first aid kits and replace materials as needed
Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with agency standards and applicable local, state and federal laws
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Remains current in field by maintaining awareness of changes in regulatory and contractual obligations. Attends seminars and conferences, as appropriate
Remain current on all DQA regulations and communicate all changes and updates to appropriate agency personnel
Attend agency and departmental meetings
Attend on-going training sessions both at Opportunity Inc. and through other sponsoring organizations
Communicate with HR to ensure department is up to date on all compliance and regulatory file obligations
Other job related duties as may be necessary of this position
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, or equivalent experience and education is preferred
Two years of related experience working in the human service field required
Effective communication skills
Experienced in coaching or training others on expectations
Detail oriented
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent decision making skills with follow through ability
Investigative skills
Ability to work independently and frequently switch tasks
Requires valid WI driver’s license, at least 3 years driving experience and a good driving record with clean driving record
Requires skill in writing and speaking clearly and effectively
Requires ability to clearly understand regulatory requirements
Requires ability to make logical decisions; carry out decisions made; and follow-up with feedback when appropriate
Position Requirements
Full-Time/Part-TimeFull-Time
ShiftDays
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Open Date
PositionCompliance Coordinator
Exempt/Non-ExemptExempt
Open Date4/22/2024
ScheduleDays
This position is currently accepting applications.