What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accreditation and Regulatory Specialist - MYCS position at Mon Yough Community Services, Inc.?
Company Description
Since 1969, MYCS has helped individuals and families in the Mon Valley area to Get Better based on the specific and unique circumstances of each person we serve. We work to foster hope, renewal, healing and wellness for those who face the challenges of mental health, substance abuse disorders and intellectual disabilities. The goal to Get Better means getting better service, better advice, better treatment and a better experience overall. The people of MYCS strive for excellence in their quest for knowledge, compassion and support for the recovery of every individual.
Job Description
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversees the Community Behavioral Health Network(CBHN) Compliance Committee
by monitoring and reporting results of compliance/ ethics efforts in providing
guidance for the senior management team(s) across the Community Behavioral
Health Network on matters relating to compliance.Authorized to implement all necessary actions to ensure achievement of the objectives of an effective compliance program together with WPIC.
Initiates and maintains policies & procedures for the general operation of the Compliance Program and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct. Manages
day-to-day operations of the Program.Periodically reviews the Standards of Conduct to ensure continuing currency and relevance in providing guidance to management and employees.
Collaborates with other departments(e.g., Risk Management, Internal Audits, Employee Services, etc.) to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and
resolution. Consults with the corporate attorney as needed to resolve difficult
legal compliance issues.Responds to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and Standards of Conduct by evaluating or recommending the initiation of investigative procedures. Develops
and oversees a system for uniform handling of such violations.Acts as an independent review and evaluation body to ensure that compliance issues/ concerns within the organization are being appropriately evaluated, investigated and resolved.
Monitors and as necessary, coordinates compliance activities of other departments to remain abreast of the status of all compliance activities and to identify trends.
Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability, safely and risk; develops/ implements corrective
action plans for resolution of problematic issues, and provide general guidance
on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.Provide reports on a regular basis, and as directed or requested, to keep the Corporate Compliance Committee of the Board and Senior Management informed of the operation and progress of
compliance efforts.Ensure proper reporting of violations or potential violations to duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate and/or required.
Establish and provides direction and management of the Compliance Hotline.
Institutes and maintains an effective compliance communication program for the organization, including promoting (a) use of the Compliance Hotline; (b) Heightened awareness of Standards of Conduct, and (c) understanding of new and existing compliance issues and related
policies and procedures.Works with the Human Resources Department and others as appropriate to develop an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees
as well as ongoing training for all employees and manager.Monitors the performance of the Compliance Program and relates activities on a continuing basis, taking appropriate steps to improve its effectiveness.
Qualifications
Education: A Bachelor’s Degree
required; Master’s Desired.Experience:
A minimum of 10 year’s experience in a healthcare organization, to include
demonstrated leadership. Familiarity with operational, financial, quality
assurance and human resources procedures and regulations is a must.
Additional Information
APPLY ONLINE AT: www.mycs.org
