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Community Support Specialist HEALTH CONNECT AMERICA, INC
Gulfport, MS3 days ago
Compliance Officer (PRTF - Gulfport, MS)
Salary
$56,345.82 - $96,140.06 Annually
Location
24 - HARRISON COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9069-0374-20260731HN
Department
0374 - MH-MS STATE HOSPITAL
Opening Date
07/31/2026
Closing Date
8/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$56,345.82
Agency Maximum Salary
$96,140.06
About the Agency
The mission of Specialized Treatment Facility (STF) is to promote and strengthen the mental health and the education of up to 48 adolescent males and females who are experiencing behavioral difficulties in their homes, schools, and communities. Employees are charged with the responsibility of furthering STF's mission by exhibiting the core values that are at its heart: Teamwork, Respect, Compassion, Integrity, and Safety. Specialized Treatment Facility employs milieu therapy as the foundation for the treatment of its residents. Milieu therapy is a planned treatment environment in which everyday events and interactions are therapeutically designed for the purpose of enhancing social skills and building confidence. This therapy uses common structures familiar to all children, such as daily routines, consistent rules and activities. Contact Human Resources for more information (228)328-6000.
About the Position
The Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring that the program is in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards. The Compliance Officer must have a thorough understanding of these laws, regulations and standards, including staying up to date on changes and communicating those changes in the most appropriate manner to others within the organization as needed. The Compliance Officer will be responsible for the development, monitoring and dissemination of policies and procedures, reporting to management on issues of compliance, and identifying potential areas compliance vulnerability and risk. The Compliance Officer will be a direct report to the Program Director and will provide supervision to the Performance Improvement Coordinator, Quality Assurance Investigator/Risk Manager, Peer Support Specialist and Resident Advocate. Responsibilities and Duties Monitors and manages compliance with applicable PRTF and healthcare regulations, including CMS requirements, MS State Department of Health Minimum Standards, Division of Medicaid's Administrative Code, Joint Commission, Department of Mental Health, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Disability Rights Mississippi, and STF's policies and procedures. Analyzes new and revised laws and regulations to determine the need for changes in policies and procedures, systems, forms and publications; keeps abreast of the development of laws and ethics, audit requirements, and documentation. Manages, monitors, investigates and responds to safety incidents, HIPAA concerns and other compliance issues. In collaboration with other managers maintains and revises policies and procedures to ensure proper enforcement and adherence, and advises management on needed actions. Develops and maintains the program's Employee Operations Plan and other safety/risk plans as required by regulating bodies. Facilitates training program for new employees and ongoing training for existing staff on compliance issues, policies and procedures, and other related matters. Prepares reports for internal and external use related to STF's compliance program, including developing and implementing an effective system of collecting and disseminating data and information. Leads preparation for regulatory site visits, including managing the collection and review of necessary documentation required by site visit protocols, acts as liaison during these visits, and facilitates program's response to site visit findings. Participates in various committees including but not limited to program leadership, Performance Improvement (PI), Environment of Care (EOC), and Human Rights Advocacy Committee (HRAC). May assist Human Resources with credentialing of professional staff. Support resident and staff complaint and grievance processes. Works closely with other departments to ensure STF's compliance with all applicable laws and standards. Serves as the program's HIPAA Privacy Officer, as well as Compliance Officer. Supervises and directs subordinate staff, including assigning and reviewing work, hiring new staff, and evaluating work performance. All other duties as assigned. Adheres to MS State, MS DMH, Joint Commission, DOM, MSDH, and STF policies and procedures and participates in continuous learning. Maintains a valid driver license and liability insurance to be a driver of a state vehicle. Maintains Mandt certification as required by STF. All STF employees are responsible for reading, understanding, and adhering to all policies, protocols, and memorandums. Universal precautions and infection control policies must be adhered to by all STF employees.
What youll need to be Successful
Experience with compliance regulations and requirements for mental health programs. Supervisory management experience. Communications skills and time management.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of experience. Hiring agency preferred qualifications: Requires a Bachelor's Degree preferably in Healthcare Administration, Business or other field related to position responsibilities. 2-4 years of experience required.
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Health/Prescription Insurance
Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave
Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406
| Location | Gulfport, MS |
| Salary | $56,345.82–$96,140.06 Per Year |