Behavioral Health Compliance Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

The Behavioral Health Compliance Specialist is part of the behavioral health and compliance team that assists and is responsible for activities that improve compliance of health care/ behavioral health services provided to customers, reducing risk, and promoting more effective and efficient utilization of facilities and services. The BH Compliance Specialist assists in the development, planning, and evaluation of compliance, and risk mitigation processes in accordance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements. This role will work closely with BH Leadership and VP of Legal, Quality and Regulatory Affairs to ensure all regulatory requirements are being met for the organization.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Coordinates with IT EHR team to improve documentation protocols.
• Assist in auditing/reporting of department and individual compliance with policies or progress toward measures as determined by the VP of Behavioral Health and VP of Legal, Quality &Regulatory Affairs.
• Assist in continually developing employee training in MedTrainer Learning.
• Assist in continually monitoring documents and policies in MedTrainer and updating as needed.
• Assist in coordinating annual specialty peer reviews.
• Assist in medical record audits and reports to ensure compliance for the organization.
• Assist in performance improvement/external accreditation activities of behavioral health staff.
• Assist in policy and procedure revisions as directed by the VP of Behavioral Health.
• Compose, distribute information, have routine correspondence with individuals in the organization for the TOPS report.
• Compose, type, and distribute meeting notes, routine correspondence, and reports for BH Leadership.
• Continually monitor The Joint Commission access and communicate with the team regarding organizational changes, including but not limited to, new sites, clinic relocation to new address, hours of operation/extended hours of operation changes, etc.
• Continually monitor, review, and update the online application and provide any necessary updates as needed by the organization.
• Perform miscellaneous clerical tasks as needed, including transcription, research, spreadsheet management, reporting and email writing to ensure compliance operation efficiency.
• Interacts with external organizations as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Master's Degree in the field of behavioral health preferred. Bachelor's Degree in the field of social services will be considered.

Experience: Two years of experience in healthcare/behavioral health and compliance preferred.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Word and Excel; and customized software

Other Requirements

Ability to relate with consideration and effectiveness to the staff of Arcare, prospective employees, and external agencies and persons with whom this department interacts. Ability to facilitate training in a classroom setting as well as one-on-one training. Willing to attend continuing education related to this position. Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills are required.

About Arcare

Founded on the belief that healthcare is a right, not a privilege, Arcare exists to make comprehensive, high-quality care accessible to everyone, especially in rural and underserved communities. What began in the rural Arkansas delta has grown into a multi-state healthcare network, but our mission remains the same: Health for All. That mission drives everything we do, from accepting every patient, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, to expanding access to care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve

We believe strong communities start with strong teams. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where employees are valued, encouraged to grow, and empowered to make a meaningful impact through their work. We invest in our people by supporting professional development, encouraging leadership growth, and providing opportunities to build long-term careers within the organization. A healthy work-life balance and a predictable schedule are part of our workplace culture.

Whether caring for patients in the clinic, supporting operations behind the scenes, or serving communities through outreach and education, our teams are united by a shared purpose: delivering compassionate, accessible care that improves lives.

Arcare offers competitive pay and a strong company-paid benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Work-life balance through a predictable schedule. Schedules are established early and rarely change, so employees enjoy a steady workweek rhythm.
• No routine nights or weekends for most positions. (Some clinical roles may have limited weekend coverage based on clinic needs.)
• Company-paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free care at any Arcare clinic for employees and covered family members enrolled in the Arcare health plan, starting the first day of your employment
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• 96 hours of paid vacation time for full-time employees who work 40 hours per week. Accrual begins on the first day of employment.
• 96 hours of paid sick time for full-time employees who work 40 hours per week. Accrual begins on the first day of employment. Accrual rates increase upon tenure.
• Paid holidays, including one floating holiday and one birthday holiday to be used during the month of the employee's birthday.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching up to 200% of the employee's contribution of up to 4% after one year of employment
• Company-paid renewal of applicable licenses and certifications, subject to supervisor and HR approval based on the employee's position and job duties
• Possible Continuing Education reimbursement for current employees, subject to supervisor and HR approval based on the employee's position and job duties

Loan Repayment Opportunities

Many Arcare locations serve medically underserved communities. Eligible clinical team members may qualify for federal loan repayment programs through HRSA, including the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program and the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program. Eligibility and award approval are determined by HRSA based on role, location, discipline, and program requirements.

Application Assistance:

If you need assistance with the application process, please email humanresources@arcare.net.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Arcare is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.