Compliance Specialist chez Aurora Mental Health & Recovery

Description

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a detail-oriented and mission-driven Compliance Specialist to support enterprise-wide compliance initiatives that ensure ethical, high-quality care across all programs. In this dynamic role, you’ll conduct internal audits, monitor adherence to policies and regulations—including HIPAA, Medicaid, and behavioral health standards—and collaborate with teams to identify and mitigate risk. Reporting to the Corporate Integrity/Compliance Manager, you’ll also lead staff training and support quality improvement efforts that drive organizational excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, excel at data analysis and problem-solving, and are passionate about safeguarding client rights and regulatory integrity, we invite you to join our team and help shape the future of behavioral health care.

Schedule. Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Hybrid schedule, one day onsite per week minimum, additional onsite days as needed. AMHR provides 24/7 services; the occasional need for hours/days outside of M-F, 8-5 may arise.

Salary for this role.

Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full-time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Less than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE. Salary is also based on experience and company equity.

• $74,068.80 – $110,748.33 per year.

Essential Functions:

Audit and Compliance Monitoring

• Conduct scheduled and ad hoc internal audits to assess compliance with federal, state, local, and contractual requirements.
• Evaluate clinical documentation related to billing practices and service delivery for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to AMHR policies.
• Analyze audit findings to identify patterns, trends, or emerging risks, and recommend actionable improvements.
• Monitor and track follow-up actions to verify resolution and prevent recurrence of compliance issues.
• Support the drafting, revision, and communication of policies and procedures to reflect regulatory changes or identified gaps.
• Assist in developing audit tools, checklists, or dashboards that improve data visibility and feedback loops.
• Coordinate with program staff to gather information and documentation required during external audits or regulatory reviews.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of behavioral health compliance requirements and proactively share relevant updates with stakeholders.
• Participate in risk assessments and contribute to risk mitigation strategies.

Training, Education, and Communication

• Deliver or assist in delivering compliance training for new hires, annual refreshers, and targeted coaching for teams with identified risk areas.
• Develop clear, accessible compliance resources (e.g., tip sheets, FAQs) for staff at all levels.
• Serve as a knowledgeable point of contact for compliance-related questions or concerns, providing accurate and timely guidance.
• Contribute to a culture of transparency and ethical behavior by reinforcing AMHR’s compliance standards through regular communication.

Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare concise, accurate audit reports and summaries for the Corporate Integrity/Compliance Manager and leadership.
• Maintain organized, confidential records of audits, findings, corrective actions, and training efforts.
• Support compliance data analysis to inform quality improvement initiatives and strategic planning.

Collaboration and Continuous Improvement

• Partner with quality improvement and program teams to align compliance efforts with broader performance goals.
• Identify systemic issues and recommend process or policy changes to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Participate in quality improvement committees, workgroups, or task forces as needed.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health, healthcare administration, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in community behavioral health compliance auditing.
• Preferred: Familiarity with regulations and standards established by the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) and Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF).
• Strong knowledge of compliance and auditing principles, especially in community behavioral health settings.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with excellent written, oral, listening, and public speaking skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams while promoting a culture of compliance and ethics.
• Skill in expressing compliance expectations clearly and professionally to organizational staff.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills to work effectively across diverse groups, balancing customer service with process improvement.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in reviewing and documenting compliance efforts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data entry or reporting software.

Required Vaccination. 

At AMHR, the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot before their first day of work. Proof of the flu shot must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical or religious exemption can be requested if necessary.

Benefits:

• Health insurance: Kaiser
• Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage*
• 403(b) retirement plan, which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
• Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short term disability*

*Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.

Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.

Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.

Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context, including harassment or exclusion.

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