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Family Centers · 5 hours ago

Credentialing & Compliance Specialist

Greenwich, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Family Centers is a private, nonprofit organization offering health, education and human service programs to children, adults and families in Fairfield County. The Credentialing & Compliance Specialist is responsible for managing and verifying credentials for various staff, ensuring compliance with standards, and maintaining readiness for audits and accreditation reviews.

ChildrenEducationHealth CareNon Profit

Hiring Manager

Joanne Derwallis, SPHR

Responsibilities

Maintain and update credentialing files and databases for all licensed and contracted personnel in accordance with internal policies and confidentiality standards

Verify education, professional licensure, certifications, and work history through external databases, including the NPDB, OIG Exclusion List, AMA, and state licensing portals

Track and monitor expiration dates for licenses and certifications, ensuring timely renewals and compliance with regulatory requirements

Support the privileging and re-privileging process by preparing and reviewing necessary documentation in collaboration with other functions

Partner with the Director of Compliance to sustain ongoing monitoring systems and monthly audit processes

Conduct follow-up and corrective actions based on audit findings

Ensure preparedness for external audits, accreditation reviews, and regulatory inspections

Maintain current knowledge of relevant legal requirements, accreditation standards, and compliance protocols

Generate timely and accurate reports related to credentialing, verifications, and compliance activities for internal leadership and external agencies

Serve as a resource for staff and supervisors regarding credentialing requirements and compliance policies

Communicate professionally and confidentially with internal and external stakeholders

Qualification

Credentialing managementCompliance standards knowledgeDatabase managementMicrosoft Office proficiencyCPCS certificationAttention to detailOrganizational skillsTime managementWritten communicationVerbal communication