Compliance Specialist

Find a job with Cayuga Centers that is right for youCayuga Centers is hiring immediately for Compliance SpecialistsLocation: Miami, FloridaPay: $55,000-$65,000/annuallyAbout Cayuga CentersCayuga Centers is an accredited non-profit, human services agency dedicated to family support and preservation, trauma-informed care, and serving vulnerable populations with the most unique needs. Founded in 1852 in Auburn, NY, we have a long history of delivering high-quality and innovative services to individuals, children, youth, and families. We have 22 offices across 8 states and serve over 17,000 individuals and families annually. Join us!At Cayuga Centers, we embrace Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). We do this by taking a firm stance against hatred, inequality, bias, and injustice. We provide our staff with the training, coaching, and resources necessary to grow and serve with cultural humility, acceptance, and understanding. We are responsive to the diverse needs of those we serve and staff, and are committed to ensuring that everyone feels respected, valued, and a sense of belonging.Cayuga Centers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee, or applicant based on race, color, creed, hair style/texture, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.About the Program and Position:Cayuga Centers is committed to delivering quality services that meet the needs of those in our care. We have long believed that the delivery of quality programs is at the heart of our work. In short, good enough is not good enough. This approach defines all phases of our work as an organization, including a careful assessment of post-intervention outcomes and effectiveness.The Compliance Department effectively ensures that Cayuga Centers is in full compliance on an organizational, program, and contract level with all funding and licensing entities in order to meet the needs of our large, diverse, geographically-spread human services agency.This position will work directly with the Florida programs.Key Responsibilities:Remain up-to-date on ever-changing oversight agencies' policy, procedure, and regulations including Florida State, and County Agencies (Miami Dade, Treasure Coast, Broward) Departments of Children and Families (DCF), Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), Administration for Children and Family (ACF), Council on Accreditation (COA), Medicaid, and other relevant municipal, state, and federal agencies.Partner with your team leader, program leaders, and staff to develop a deep understanding of assigned program operations. Identify all compliance requirements applicable to these programs.Interpret and convey requirements for the program leaders and staff, and assist program partners to know, understand, and own the compliance requirements expected of them.Conduct timely scheduled reviews of assigned program’s files to determine their standard in meeting compliance requirements. Provide empowering feedback to program partners.Partner with programs to develop detailed and time-bound plans to address lapses in compliance and to help the program implement this plan and maintain their improvements.Proactively communicate all risks, challenges, and potential delays to meeting deadlines to your team leader (or supervisor).Comply with rules and regulations governing access to Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA.Establish a regular presence in Cayuga Centers’ offices, in-person and/or via electronic communications. Travel regularly to assigned programs may be required depending on the assigned program.Actively participate in professional development opportunities that enhance one’s skills and mentor teammates.Perform other duties as requested by your team leader (or supervisor).Schedule: ExemptRegular hours entail 9:00 am - 5:00 pm or 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with flexibility. Must be flexible to meet program needs. Travel outside of work hours may be required.Experience and Skills:

Associates degree preferred or equivalent work experience.Minimum 2 years of experience in project management, compliance, or related field.Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills that reflect a commitment to collaboration and service.Demonstrated experience in providing strong customer service.Able to interpret and apply policy and procedures.Experienced in self-directed management of projects.Ability to stay focused and accomplish work in an environment with shifting priorities and multiple competing deadlines.Excellent attention to detail.Strong technical aptitude, analytical, communication, critical thinking, and time management skills; flexible and adaptable team player.Ability to work additional hours and travel as needed.Familiarity with city, county, state, and federal oversight agencies such as DCF, AHCA, ACF, COA, Medicaid, and/or other relevant municipal, state, and federal regulatory agencies is a plus.Willingness and desire to continuously learn and grow.Benefits:120 hours of Vacation Time, 12 sick days per year10 Holidays, 3 Personal Days, Medical Appointment TimeMedical, dental, and vision insurancePet and Legal insurance plans availableEmployee Assistance ProgramFSA, Transit, and Parking savings accountsSupplemental life insurance, critical illness, enhanced short-term disability benefits401(k) Retirement Plan with contribution match after one yearCorporate Discounts ProgramSick Leave PoolIdentity Protection availableWhy Cayuga Centers?Certified Great Place to WorkWorkplace Wellness Award FinalistCouncil on Accreditation (COA) AccreditedImplement best practices and evidence-based interventionsCommitted to employee professional development and advancementWe embrace change, innovation, and opportunitiesOur diverse workforce acts and leads with human sensitivity and respectLarge and growing national footprintWe maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment drug testing.

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