Wayside Recovery
Overview
Job Title:
Clinical Compliance Specialist Department: Reports To:
Chief Clinical Officer Pay:
$70,000 - $80,000 annual DOQ Shift:
M-F Day Responsibilities
Responsibilities & Essential Functions: Compliance Assistant Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Compliance Assistant Documentation Training: Assist in maintaining 245G/245I/245F compliance policies and procedures. Support internal audits to ensure adherence to company and industry regulations. Maintain accurate compliance records, reports, and documentation. Provide guidance on proper record-keeping, ensuring all documentation aligns with 245G/245I/245F regulatory requirements. Conduct follow-up sessions with staff to address gaps and reinforce best practices in documentation. Help coordinate compliance training sessions for employees. Provide general support for compliance-related inquiries. Assist with staff training compliance, policies, LMS management and internal staff file audit requirements. Auditing Client Files: Perform routine and thorough audits of client files to identify discrepancies, missing information, or non-compliance with state standards. Prepare detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations for correcting deficiencies and improving processes. Monitor compliance trends across client files and share insights with leadership to implement preventative measures. Compliance Assistant Policy and Procedure Development: Collaborate with leadership and program staff to ensure policies and procedures are practical, clear, and enforceable. Regularly review policies to reflect updates in state and federal regulations or emerging best practices. Communicate changes to policies and procedures effectively to all staff members. Investigations: Assist with internal investigations into compliance-related issues, such as documentation errors, breaches of policy, or client concerns. Collaborate with relevant staff and departments to gather information and identify root causes of non-compliance. Contribute to corrective action plans to resolve issues and prevent recurrence, ensuring alignment with Wayside Recovery’s values of Accountability and Integrity. Maintain confidentiality and professionalism during all investigative processes. General Compliance Oversight: Serve as a point of contact for regulatory agencies and external auditors, coordinating responses and ensuring successful inspections. Monitor compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and other applicable laws to protect client confidentiality. Participate in performance improvement initiatives to align with Wayside Recovery’s commitment to Excellence. Collaborate with clinical/treatment directors and leadership to ensure the integration of compliance practices across all programs. Adherence to all 245G/245F/245I compliance and training standards. All other duties as assigned Personnel Supervised:
None Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years old Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, social work, or a related field Extensive knowledge of 245G, 245I and 245F program standards, as well as compliance regulations related to SUD, co-occurring, and modifiers. Proven experience in compliance management, auditing, and policy development. Strong organizational and analytical skills, with a detail-oriented mindset. Exceptional communication and leadership abilities, including experience delivering training sessions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, EHR software, and compliance-related software. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. Commitment to upholding ethical standards and the ability to adhere to Wayside Recovery’s Mission, Vision, and Values. Must be free from problematic chemical use including strict adherence to Wayside Recovery drug free workplace policy. Comply with all 245G/245I/245F, MN Statute 148F.165, other governance statutes as applicable & all program policies and procedures including Client Needs, and acknowledge understanding of Client Rights, per MN Rule 31, part 4747.1500. Strong knowledge of medical protocols, infection control procedures, and compliance standards (e.g., HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2). Must be able to demonstrate flexibility in work hours and responsibilities to accommodate team members' scheduling needs or unexpected situations. Benefits
403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Paid training Retirement plan Vision insurance Student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program Retirement savings plan with employer match (4% match after 1 year of employment) Work Location
This is an in-person position and a multi-site position. This position will be officed in St. Paul and will work on-site at up to 3 locations (Minneapolis, St. Louis Park, St. Paul). Some hybrid/remote workdays for this position are at the discretion of supervisor.
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Job Title:
Clinical Compliance Specialist Department: Reports To:
Chief Clinical Officer Pay:
$70,000 - $80,000 annual DOQ Shift:
M-F Day Responsibilities
Responsibilities & Essential Functions: Compliance Assistant Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Compliance Assistant Documentation Training: Assist in maintaining 245G/245I/245F compliance policies and procedures. Support internal audits to ensure adherence to company and industry regulations. Maintain accurate compliance records, reports, and documentation. Provide guidance on proper record-keeping, ensuring all documentation aligns with 245G/245I/245F regulatory requirements. Conduct follow-up sessions with staff to address gaps and reinforce best practices in documentation. Help coordinate compliance training sessions for employees. Provide general support for compliance-related inquiries. Assist with staff training compliance, policies, LMS management and internal staff file audit requirements. Auditing Client Files: Perform routine and thorough audits of client files to identify discrepancies, missing information, or non-compliance with state standards. Prepare detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations for correcting deficiencies and improving processes. Monitor compliance trends across client files and share insights with leadership to implement preventative measures. Compliance Assistant Policy and Procedure Development: Collaborate with leadership and program staff to ensure policies and procedures are practical, clear, and enforceable. Regularly review policies to reflect updates in state and federal regulations or emerging best practices. Communicate changes to policies and procedures effectively to all staff members. Investigations: Assist with internal investigations into compliance-related issues, such as documentation errors, breaches of policy, or client concerns. Collaborate with relevant staff and departments to gather information and identify root causes of non-compliance. Contribute to corrective action plans to resolve issues and prevent recurrence, ensuring alignment with Wayside Recovery’s values of Accountability and Integrity. Maintain confidentiality and professionalism during all investigative processes. General Compliance Oversight: Serve as a point of contact for regulatory agencies and external auditors, coordinating responses and ensuring successful inspections. Monitor compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and other applicable laws to protect client confidentiality. Participate in performance improvement initiatives to align with Wayside Recovery’s commitment to Excellence. Collaborate with clinical/treatment directors and leadership to ensure the integration of compliance practices across all programs. Adherence to all 245G/245F/245I compliance and training standards. All other duties as assigned Personnel Supervised:
None Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years old Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, social work, or a related field Extensive knowledge of 245G, 245I and 245F program standards, as well as compliance regulations related to SUD, co-occurring, and modifiers. Proven experience in compliance management, auditing, and policy development. Strong organizational and analytical skills, with a detail-oriented mindset. Exceptional communication and leadership abilities, including experience delivering training sessions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, EHR software, and compliance-related software. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. Commitment to upholding ethical standards and the ability to adhere to Wayside Recovery’s Mission, Vision, and Values. Must be free from problematic chemical use including strict adherence to Wayside Recovery drug free workplace policy. Comply with all 245G/245I/245F, MN Statute 148F.165, other governance statutes as applicable & all program policies and procedures including Client Needs, and acknowledge understanding of Client Rights, per MN Rule 31, part 4747.1500. Strong knowledge of medical protocols, infection control procedures, and compliance standards (e.g., HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2). Must be able to demonstrate flexibility in work hours and responsibilities to accommodate team members' scheduling needs or unexpected situations. Benefits
403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Paid training Retirement plan Vision insurance Student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program Retirement savings plan with employer match (4% match after 1 year of employment) Work Location
This is an in-person position and a multi-site position. This position will be officed in St. Paul and will work on-site at up to 3 locations (Minneapolis, St. Louis Park, St. Paul). Some hybrid/remote workdays for this position are at the discretion of supervisor.
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