Compliance Review Coordinator - Columbia, United States - State of South Carolina

Description

Salary: $54, $78,343.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number:

Agency: DDSN-Central Office

Opening Date: 05/13/2024

Closing Date: 5/27/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:: AF20

Position Number::

Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Band: Band 7

Opening Date: 05/13/2024

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Online applications must be submitted at You must include ALL current and previous work history and education.

Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

About Our Agency
The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of:

• intellectual disability and related disabilities
• autism spectrum disorder
• traumatic brain injury
• spinal cord injury and similar disability

Job Responsibilities
Under the limited supervision of the Director of Internal Audit, this position is:

• Responsible for managing and facilitating the Agency's Administrative Reviews regarding Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation (ANE) cases for five (5) Regional Centers and five (5) Autism Homes. Required to attend and participate in all Administrative Reviews including critical incidents.
• Responsible for following up with Regional Centers and Autism Homes to confirm and document that all corrective actions have been thoroughly completed in a timely manner.
• Works collaboratively with Regional Centers, Risk Management, Quality Management-Regional Centers, and Human Resources to develop plans and provide training to mitigate the occurrence of Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of all consumers at Regional Centers.
• Monitors third-party compliance hotline for proper disposition of complaints received. Investigates employee complaints and adopts the appropriate steps to respond to and address the complaints. Reports violations of compliance or regulatory standards to duly authorized agency personnel as appropriate or required. Works with management and the Human Resources Division to identify and investigate compliance incidents that violate the organization's compliance programs. Supports management in their role as a liaison for any complaints and/or investigations related to compliance.
• Compiles data and observes trends related to Administrative Reviews of Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation (ANE) and Critical Incident cases. Identifies, addresses, and escalates, if needed, recurrences.

The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's Degree and (2) years of experience with healthcare or the disabilities and special needs population; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications

A Juris Doctor degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school.
Additional Comments

About Our Agency: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) is the state agency that plans, develops, coordinates, and funds services for South Carolinians with the severe, lifelong disabilities of intellectual disability and related disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury and similar disability.

EEO Statement: DDSN provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.

Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening - to include a drug screening; State and Federal background criminal record checks (to include FBI fingerprinting), SC Dept. of Social Services' Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, and CMS "List of Excluded Individuals/Entities" screening; SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials.We reserve the right to rescind this offer in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.

Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with DDSN consumers, a (2) step PPD testing or QuantiFERON TB Gold testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, DDSN employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resource for further information.

Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume may not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Do you understand the following statement? If you have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense after your 17th birthday, you MUST list this information under "agency-wide question #1 & #2" regardless of how long ago the conviction(s) took place (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record). This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. You may only omit minor traffic violations such as speeding tickets & seatbelt violations, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and may be grounds for termination. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have questions regarding this requirement, please inquire before you complete your application.

• Yes
• No

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Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

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Describe your experience with healthcare? If you do not possess this experience enter N/A.

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Describe your experience with the disabilities and special needs population? If you do not possess this experience enter N/A.

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This position may be required to travel overnight and/or work evenings/weekends. Will you be able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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I understand that ONLY a complete and accurate application will be considered. I have included ALL current and previous work history and education and know that my resume will NOT be accepted nor reviewed to determine if I have met the qualifications of the position; it will be passed over. Additionally, the supplemental questions are considered part of my official application. By checking "Yes" I certify that I have followed the application instructions.

• Yes
• No

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