What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compliance Specialist position at Center for Developmentally Disabled?
Hey you! Thanks for stopping by. We know that job searching can be quite the job itself, so we’ll get straight to the point. We are seeking a Compliance Specialist to join our team. While we are excited to get to know you, let’s start by telling you a little about us!
CDD is a non-profit community-based organization that supports individuals with developmental disABILITIES in their own homes throughout the Kansas City Metropolitan area. We have been doing this for over 50 YEARS with the goal of adding 50 more in our sight!
CDD offers a wide range of benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid ongoing training
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) includes healthcare and dependent care
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program (Perks at Work)
- 401(k) with 6% agency match
- Employee referral bonus program
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays (7)
- Vacation and Sick pay
The Compliance Specialist will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining effective compliance system for all programs for the organization in conjunction with the Director of Program Compliance (DPC). The role involves ensuring that the company and its employees adhere to regulatory requirements and internal policies. The Compliance Specialist will collaborate with various departments to promote a culture of compliance and mitigate risks.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Assist with developing, reviewing, and updating compliance policies and procedures to align with current regulations and industry best practices.
- Ensure understanding and adherence to compliance related policies relevant to stakeholders.
- Conduct random and targeted audits using Columbus Group, L&C, CARF, and program review checklists. If needed, make recommendations for oversight staff to ensure problem areas are corrected.
- Track data and report findings monthly to the DPC monthly
- Documents and communicates all audit findings to appropriate personnel and ensure a timely resolution.
- Assist with oversight of main office client file system to ensure compliance.
- Maintain organized records for audit purposes.
Center for Developmentally Disabled (CDD) is a private, not-for-profit corporation founded in 1972 serving adults and children with developmental and intellectual disabilities within the greater Kansas City, MO area. CDD provides residential care services, employment services, day habilitation to adults, and a private school for students who are referred through the Kansas City Missouri area.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and 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 characteristics protected by law