Description

PURPOSE

According to prescribed policies and procedures of the organization including all applicable state, federal and accreditation regulations and reporting to the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer, the Director of Corporate Compliance works with the in-house legal team and is involved in the entire spectrum of the business’ compliance needs.  Serves as the compliance lead responsible for enhancing the National Church Residences Compliance & Ethics Program to ensure compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements.  This position is responsible for developing and maintaining systems and processes that demonstrate the principles of an effective Compliance program and promote a culture of compliant and ethical behavior in our organization.  This role has significant impact organization-wise as it is responsible to protect the integrity of the organization by identifying risks and vulnerabilities and ensuring they are appropriately corrected or mitigated.

This position will be responsible for the development/deployment of compliance programs including all eight elements of the OIG recommended program.  As a result, the position requires:

• Extensive knowledge of federal and state laws (False claims act, Stark Law, Antikickback statute, anti-bribery and corruption, HUD, LIHTC) and experience implementing suitable policies tailored for compliance with these laws
• Solid understanding of industry best practices for ethics and compliance risk within either the healthcare industry (SNF, AL, home health, hospice) or the affordable housing industry (HUD, tax credit)
• Proven track record in driving awareness and deploying risk mitigation strategies
• Non-alarmist, pragmatic approach to risk assessment and mitigation
• Experience conducting internal investigations and audits

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Drafts, implements and maintains relevant policies, procedures, work instructions, and training plans related to risk areas.
• Establishes compliance audits and recommends ongoing training for organization adherence; assists in the creation of compliance training programs.
• Assist with internal investigations, as required, to promote a culture of zero tolerance for non-compliance, with heightened focus on timely follow up on incoming inquiries and complaints.
• Manages the lifecycle of corrective actions and remediation plans that address compliance related deficiencies in processes, procedures, and other operational activities.

EXPECTATIONS

• Demonstrates skill in managing multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines.
• Demonstrates the ability to be discreet and handle confidential and highly sensitive information with the utmost care.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with attorneys, vendors, and internal team members at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to advise and collaborate with business leaders and key stakeholders on compliance issues, facilitating risk assessment and developing practical business solutions
• Training and presentation experience in various settings including live audience and video conferencing
• Excellent strategic and analytical skills with the ability to help business partners identify compliant solutions to novel issues
• Demonstrates ability to act independently and make independent decisions regarding important compliance matters
• Shares learned knowledge, with the ability to create a culture of growth, development, collaboration and accountability.
• Demonstrates the ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships within and outside the organization while consistently adhering to high standards of ethical behavior, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Demonstrates and maintains a positive, professional manner, manages time efficiently and effectively, provides leadership as a role model to promote a team approach, collaborates and participates in policy creation and appropriate problem-solving methods.
• Must adhere to all policies, procedures, terms and conditions set forth in the National Church Residences’ Employee Information Guide (EIG), the Code of Conduct, as well as any facility handbook, including but not limited to, corporate compliance, drug free workplace, safe work practices, all federal, state, local regulations and laws.
• With respect to Resident/Client Rights, ensures all care is provided with respect and dignity for the residents/clients, their families and the staff. Reports all complaints made by residents/clients and/or families to the appropriate supervisors, reports all allegations of abuse, misappropriation of funds/resident property and/or any other corporate compliance, drug free workplace, safe work practices, all federal, state and local regulations and laws.
• Completes all annual education requirements timely, including but not limited to Compliance, Privacy, Security and HIPAA training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the Code of Conduct in the performance of their duties.
• Performs other duties as assigned.