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Healthcare Compliance Specialist

Hillcrest Family Services

1 Positions

ID: 554109068

Posted On 09/24/2025

Job Overview

Responsibilities

The **Compliance Specialist** is responsible for ensuring that the organization adheres to legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards. This role involves monitoring and reporting on the effectiveness of compliance controls, providing guidance on compliance matters, and assisting in the implementation of compliance programs. The Compliance Specialist works closely with clinical staff, administration and other departments to ensure compliance and mitigate risks associated with healthcare. Addition. you will:

+ Monitor and interpret regulations and updates from bodies such as HIPAA, OSHA, Joint Commission, and other relevant federal, state, and local regulations.

+ Stay informed about best practices in compliance and regulatory changes and ensure the organization complies with all relevant laws and regulations.

+ Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and procedures.

+ Ensure policies and procedures are current and reflect regulatory requirements and best practices and employees understand and adhere to them.

+ Identify and assess compliance risks and develop and implement strategies to mitigate the identified risks.

+ Conduct regular compliance audits and assessments and prepare compliance reports for the Director of Compliance and Quality Improvement.

+ Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of compliance activities, ensuring confidentiality.

+ Ensure all documentation is managed in accordance with regulatory requirements.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

E** **ducation:

+ Associates degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field is required.

+ Bachelor's degree in Law, Healthcare Administration, Psychology, Social Work, or related field is preferred.

Experience:

+ Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a compliance role, preferably in a mental health or healthcare setting.

Knowledge/Skills:

+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team

+ Proficient with computer applications, such as Microsoft and EHR systems.

Licensures/Certifications

+ Mandatory Reporter of Child/Dependent Adult Abuse Certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire and every three (3) years thereafter is required.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package for full-time employees working 30+ hours a week:

+ Health insurance (up to 79% employer paid)

+ Dental insurance

+ Vision insurance

+ 401(k) with profit sharing and employer match

+ Paid time off (accrue up to 80 hours during first year of employment; increases based on tenure with agency)

+ 10 paid holidays

+ 80 hours sick time

+ 2 wellness days

+ Staff development and training

+ Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility for federal student loans

+ Employer paid CEU's through Relias

+ PerkSpot- employee discount program

+ Employee assistance program

+ Advancement opportunities

About the Organization

Hillcrest is a non-profit organization that assists adults and children in need of help. Every day, Hillcrest builds confidence in hundreds of people and families. We strive to be a leading provider in supporting brain health and wellness. We’re a place where compassion is commonplace. Where our passion soars and faith restores.

**COVID-19 Vaccination Not Required*

Primary Contact

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Human Resources

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563-557-8211

Phone

Phone

Phone

563-207-5051

Fax

[email protected]

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Job Details

Categories

Human and Social Services

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Qualifications

Education

High School/GED

Company ID

1066

Job REQ #

554109068

\# Positions

1

Start Date

20250924

End Date

20251104

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About the Company

Founded in 1896, Hillcrest Family Services is a non-profit health and human services provider, accredited by the Joint Commission, that assists children, adults, and families in need of help. In 2020, we delivered innovative, collaborative, and resourceful care to 30,648 children, adults, and families from 52 Iowa counties, 6 Illinois counties, and 4 Wisconsin counties in an effort to ensure they were safe, secure, and well. Our nearly 400 Hillcrest team members in 30+ programs served our clients while upholding our core values - Compassion for All, Trustworthiness, Collaboration, and Community Involvement. With primary programming and administrative offices in Dubuque, Hillcrest also operates programs in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Maquoketa, Clinton, Washington, Mt. Pleasant, Wapello, and Ottumwa.

Mission: _Meeting people as they are today; Guiding them to where they want and need to be tomorrow. ~Help for today, Hope for tomorrow~_