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Athena

Senior Director, Compliance

Athena

. Develop and lead the agency’s compliance and quality improvement strategy .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRochester • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $115,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and leading compliance strategies, implementing policies, and managing regulatory requirements in mental health settings. Proficient in overseeing compliance program operations and integrating standards into organizational practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Compliance Strategy DevelopmentRegulatory Requirements MonitoringClinical ExperienceIndependent Mental Health LicenseElectronic Medical Record Systems

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Hard Skills
Compliance Policy ImplementationRisk Mitigation StrategiesPerformance Monitoring MechanismsCorrective Action PlansClinical Practices KnowledgeRegulatory Audits CoordinationTrend AnalysisNYS OMH Regulations KnowledgeHIPAA Regulations KnowledgeDocumentation Standards
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationCultural CompetenceAbility to Manage Multiple Priorities
Tools & Technologies
WordExcelG-SuiteElectronic Medical Record Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Mental Health CounselingIndependent License as a Mental Health Practitioner in New York
Industry Keywords
ComplianceQuality ImprovementMental HealthAccreditation ReviewsNYS Mandated Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop and lead the agency’s compliance and quality improvement strategy
  • Create, implement, and refine compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls
  • Monitor federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and implement risk mitigation strategies
  • Evaluate compliance workflows, systems, and procedures to improve efficiency and consistency
  • Provide strategic oversight of compliance program operations
  • Coordinate regulatory audits, accreditation reviews, and external inspections, including OMH and OMIG
  • Oversee corrective action plans and remediation efforts
  • Establish reporting, trend analysis, and performance monitoring mechanisms
  • Advise executive leadership on strategic priorities and continuous program refinement
  • Manage the compliance form process and track, review, and handle inquiries and submissions
  • Partner with executive, clinical, and administrative leadership to integrate compliance standards into daily operations

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Master’s or doctoral degree in mental health counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or psychology
  • Independent license as a mental health practitioner in New York (LMHC, LCSW, etc.)
  • Minimum of 9 years of clinical experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or administrative role
  • Strong knowledge of clinical practices, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements
  • Knowledge of NYS OMH Outpatient Clinic regulations and NYS Mandated Reporting requirements
  • Knowledge of HIPAA Regulations and other relevant privacy statutes
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Previous experience using electronic Medical Record systems and documentation standards
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry trends
  • Cultural competence and the ability to work with diverse populations
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency with Word, Excel, G-Suite, and other software/applications