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Description

Join Us. Be You.

At Janus of Santa Cruz, we believe in creating a world where everyone can thrive. We're looking for a visionary Director of Compliance to lead our efforts in ensuring full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. If you're passionate about making a difference and have a knack for navigating complex regulatory landscapes, we want you on our team.

Your Mission:

As the Director of Compliance, you'll be at the forefront of our commitment to excellence. You'll oversee compliance across all lines of service, ensuring we meet county and state licensing requirements, maintain CARF accreditation, and adhere to all funding requirements.

What You'll Do:

1. Lead Compliance Efforts: Oversee and maintain full compliance with county and state licensing requirements, CARF accreditation, and all funding requirements.
2. Collaborate and Coordinate: Work with external partners and internal teams to ensure seamless implementation of services and compliance measures.
3. Quality Assurance: Develop and maintain a CQI plan to ensure quality oversight in each program.
4. Team Leadership: Hire, train, and supervise compliance team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
5. Emergency Management: Coordinate with the Facilities Director to maintain an up-to-date Emergency Management Plan and oversee training for Janus staff.
6. Policy Development: Lead the compliance team in rolling out work with key leadership to develop and implement policies, procedures, and protocols.
7. Contract Support: Assist the CEO and CFO with contract applications, renewals, and amendments, ensuring compliance measures are integrated and modifications are implemented within programs.
8. CARF Reviews: Prepare for and take lead responsibility for CARF reviews, ensuring all standards are met and maintained.
9. Committee Leadership: Chair the CQI Committee and appoint chairs of all compliance-related committees.
10. EHR Management: Oversee the management of Janus users in Avatar EHR, including activation, role management, deactivation, and workflow changes. Coordinate EHR training for all employees, including the implementation of new materials and regulations.
11. Training and Development: Collaborate with the compliance team and program managers to ensure relevant staff training is provided, enabling them to work to the top of their scope and maintain full compliance with county and state licensing requirements.
12. Process Improvement: Engage in using Conscious Leadership and other process improvement models, leading with empathy and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
13. Interdepartmental Collaboration: Work closely with HR, Clinical Directors, and IT to ensure alignment in goals and workflows, fostering a collaborative environment.
14. Other duties as assigned

Why Janus of Santa Cruz?

At Janus, founded in 1976, we are dedicated to transforming lives through supportive and successful substance use disorder (SUD) treatment services. Imagine being part of a team where your expertise and passion for helping others truly shine. Our mission is to assist individuals and families on their journey toward wellness and recovery in a professional and compassionate environment. We foster an inclusive culture where everyone is welcomed, accepted, and valued. Your role will directly contribute to the well-being of our clients, inspiring everything we do.

At Janus, we value innovation, empathy, and collaboration. We're committed to creating a supportive environment where you can grow and make a real impact. Join us and be part of a team that's dedicated to transforming lives and communities.

What We're Looking For

1. Strong interpersonal skills to guide and support the QI team
2. Extensive knowledge of drug medi-cal reg
3. Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
4. Ability to navigate a highly optimized and specialized environment with shifting priorities.
5. Deep understanding of the SUD landscape.

Pay & Benefits

At Janus, base salary is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $105,000 and $120,000 annually and your base pay will be considered on your job-related skills, training, qualifications, experience, and relevant education.

What We Offer:

1. Amazing Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 12 paid holidays, retirement benefits, no-cost mental health counseling services, and 12 paid sick days per year!
2. Impactful Work: Be at the forefront of transforming lives and communities.
3. Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated team of professionals committed to holistic care and rehabilitation.
4. Professional Growth: Seize opportunities to attend, participate, and speak at local and state-level meetings, events, conferences, and training.
5. Supportive Culture: Thrive in a workplace that values your contributions and supports your professional development.

As part of our team, you'll frequently move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, ensuring everything is in the right place for our various needs. You'll also have the opportunity to stay active by occasionally moving around the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, and more.

Janus of Santa Cruz maintains and promotes a working environment free from discrimination and harassment; and provides all current and prospective employees with equal opportunity in employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, medical condition, sex, gender identity, physical characteristics, marital status, age, sexual orientation, organizational affiliation, veteran status, or past justice related situations.

Requirements

1. Education: Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Behavioral Health, Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT), Social Work (MSW), or Professional Clinical Counseling (PCC). Prelicensure candidates are acceptable, provided they have active associate license numbers with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS).
2. Experience: Successful employment in DMC program oversight.
3. Skills:
   1. Ability to develop quality control systems.
   2. Ability to coordinate managers, supervisors, functions, programs, and departments to successfully meet all compliance goals.
   3. Strong organizational and time management skills.
   4. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
   5. Proficient in using electronic health record systems (EHR), particularly Avatar EHR.
   6. Familiarity with data management systems and software applications relevant to compliance and quality assurance.
4. Other Requirements:
   1. Driving is required to attend required trainings, meetings, or fulfill other responsibilities defined in this role.