Ascension Recovery Services · 20 hours ago
Compliance & Risk Specialist
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$50K/yr - $60K/yr
3+ years expAscension Recovery Services is dedicated to building and operating high-quality behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment programs across the country. They are seeking a Compliance & Risk Specialist to support compliance, licensing, accreditation, and risk management efforts across their multi-state platform, ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
ConsultingHealth CareMedical
Responsibilities
Support the administration and ongoing development of ARS’s Compliance Program and best practices
Monitor and communicate changes in federal and state laws, regulations, and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CARF)
Coordinate licensing, certification, and accreditation surveys, including:
Pre-survey readiness and internal preparation
On-site coordination with surveyors and facility leadership
Development, tracking, and follow-up of Plans of Correction (POCs) and Plans of Improvement (POIs)
Complete and submit regulatory applications, renewals, waivers, CON filings, and related documentation
Maintain organized, accurate electronic compliance and licensure files
Review and assess corporate and facility policies to ensure alignment with current regulatory and accreditation standards
Provide compliance education and training to leadership and staff
Conduct routine facility compliance inspections (minimum twice annually)
Collaborate cross-functionally to identify risk areas and implement corrective action plans
Conduct audits as assigned, including documentation, medical record, and billing compliance reviews
Serve as a key resource for risk management, safety, and loss prevention initiatives
Coordinate investigation, documentation, and follow-up of patient, visitor, and staff incidents
Partner with Human Resources on employee-related incidents and workers’ compensation matters
Analyze incident data and prepare monthly and quarterly trend reports
Support investigation and reporting of significant incidents and sentinel events
Ensure timely reporting to applicable state agencies and accrediting bodies
Participate in facility Safety Committee meetings
Support fire/life safety, environmental safety, and emergency preparedness compliance
Ensure required emergency drills are conducted and documented per regulatory standards
Maintain centralized emergency preparedness documentation across all facilities
Analyze drill outcomes, identify trends, and support corrective actions
Provide education on emergency preparedness, safety, and risk management topics as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Healthcare Administration, Public Administration, or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience in healthcare compliance, risk management, or regulatory oversight
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and regulatory timelines
High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
Collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset
Proficiency with electronic document management and data tracking systems
Preferred
Strong preference for experience in behavioral health and/or substance use disorder (SUD) treatment settings
Experience supporting multi-state healthcare operations
Working knowledge of Joint Commission and/or CARF standards
Familiarity with state and federal healthcare regulations impacting behavioral health programs
Experience with surveys, audits, corrective action plans, and quality or risk management programs
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid time off
Additional benefits consistent with company policy
Company
Ascension Recovery Services
Ascension Recovery Services is a national leader in the behavioral health consulting, management, and program development field.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Douglas Leech
Chief Executive Officer
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Darcy Brazzle
Chief Compliance Officer, VP Quality & Health Plan Contracting
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