SCCMHA JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
CLASSIFICATION: Compliance Officer
PAY GRADE: $75,690.46 - $98,034.60 Annually
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Chief Quality and Compliance Officer, once successful training and certifications are completed, will serve as the Compliance Officer. In this capacity, will administer the Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority (SCCMHA) Regulatory Compliance Program. Functions in a staff support capacity to the management team, providing research and project management. This position directs and is responsible for all subject matter related to Federal and State regulatory and contract compliance, and privacy. This person will be knowledgeable in all areas of law and statutory regulation pertaining to state and federal health care compliance. These regulations include, but are not limited to, the Michigan Mental Health Code, HIPAA, and 42 CFR Part 2.
This position will be knowledgeable about and actively support culturally competent recovery-based practices; person-centered planning as a shared decision-making process with the individual, who defines his/her life goals and is assisted in developing a unique path toward those goals; and a trauma-informed culture of safety to aid the persons served in the recovery process.
WORKING CONDITIONS/ENVIRONMENT:
Works in a normal office environment with pressures of time constraints, multiple projects, and priorities. Because of time constraints and meetings with boards and committees, it is not unusual to work varied and long hours with commitment to meeting deadlines. Occasional exposure to persons served with potential for disruptive, aggressive behavior. Occasionally drives to other facilities and locations when necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Master’s degrees in: Business, Applied Science, Criminal Justice, Public Health, Health Administration, Social work, Psychology, or a closely related Human Services field, or another related field may be considered.
Experience: Five (5) years of progressive mental health experience preferred. Five (5) years of experience in compliance, criminal justice, and civil rights.
General knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulations in any of the related subject matter. Working knowledge of the Michigan Mental Health Code. Knowledge of the Federal Register, MDHHS Medicaid Manual, L Letters, the Office of the Inspector General (OIG), the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), and other key regulatory agencies.
Licenses and Credentials: Must possess or acquire within 2 years and maintain a Certification in Healthcare Privacy Compliance (CHPC) and a Certification in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) or other Compliance-related certifications that are applicable to the position and approved by the CIO/CQCO.
Valid Michigan Driver’s license with good driving record.
