Compliance Director

Overview

The Compliance Director oversees the Corporate Compliance Program, functioning as an independent and objective body that reviews and evaluates compliance issues/concerns within the organization. The position ensures management and employees are in compliance with the rules and regulations of regulatory agencies, that company policies and procedures are being followed, and that behavior in the organization meets the company’s Standards of Conduct.

Must be willing to Travel up to 75% of time***

Responsibilities

• Ensures policies and procedures for the general operation of the Compliance Program and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct. Manages day-to-day operation of the Program.
• Assist in Developing and completing periodical reviews and updates 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 Audit, Employee Services, Human Resources, etc.) to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution.
• Responds to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and Standards of Conduct by evaluating or recommending the initiation of investigative procedures. 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.
• Identifies potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develops/implements corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.
• Provides reports on a regular basis, and as directed or requested, to keep the Corporate Compliance Committee informed of the operation and progress of compliance efforts.
• Ensures proper reporting of violations or potential violations to duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate and/or required.
• Establishes and provides direction and management of the cooperate office.
• Other Duties as needed by Circumstances

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED; however, some college is preferred.
• Licensed Assisted Living Administrator and/or at least 3 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, understand and follow directions.
• Must have strong organization skills, as well as written and verbal communication.
• Must have no substantiated findings on the NC Personnel Registry or Health Care Program.
• Must have a clear SBI and DMV record and maintain them during duration of employment.
• Must have a valid NC drivers license and maintain during duration of employment.
• Must have had at least 8-years of driving experience, as this is a requirement of company's liability Insurance carrier.
• Creativity and quality teamwork skills are a must.
• Computer proficiency with Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, and reach overhead as needed.
• Must be able to lift, Push, Pull a minimum of 50 pounds
• Must be willing to Travel up to 75% of time