Corporate Compliance Specialist

Anderson Center for Autism•Town of Hyde Park, NY

20h•$64,960 - $70,160

About The Position

The Corporate Compliance Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring adherence to regulatory standards across the organization’s educational, residential, and clinical programs. This position supports compliance with New York State Education Department (SED), Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), and Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) requirements. The Compliance Specialist conducts audits, monitors corrective actions, supports incident investigations, and contributes to the development of policies, procedures, and training that strengthen organizational integrity and effectiveness. At Anderson Center for Autism, compliance is more than regulatory—it is foundational to ensuring the safety, dignity, and quality of life of the individuals we serve. In this role, you will directly influence the consistency, accountability, and excellence of services across programs. You’ll collaborate with mission-driven professionals and contribute to systems that uphold best practices, promote continuous improvement, and advance meaningful outcomes for children and adults with autism.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply regulatory standards in human services, education, or healthcare settings
Strong analytical skills with experience conducting audits, investigations, or quality reviews preferred
Excellent written communication skills, including report writing and documentation
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively
Proficiency in data organization, reporting, and presentation development (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint)
Knowledge of OPWDD, SED, OCFS, HCBS, or similar regulatory frameworks preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct formal and informal audits including education program audits, person-centered reviews, and compliance monitoring activities
Evaluate adherence to Federal and State regulations, agency policies, and procedures across assigned program areas
Research and stay current on evolving regulatory requirements and ensure audit tools reflect updated standards
Compile audit findings and develop comprehensive reports with actionable recommendations
Monitor and track implementation of Plans of Corrective Action (POCAs) following internal and external audits
Support agency preparation for and response to oversight audits (OPWDD, SED, OCFS), including documentation and follow-up
Identify and escalate areas of significant or prolonged non-compliance
Conduct incident and occurrence investigations in accordance with regulatory and accreditation requirements
Document investigative findings and track follow-through on corrective actions related to incidents
Serve as backup support for Incident Review Manager functions (IRMA) as assigned
Assist in the development, review, and revision of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Track SOP lifecycle including review cycles, approvals, and dissemination
Collaborate with departments to ensure SOP alignment with current practices and regulatory expectations
Review and update compliance training materials to reflect current standards and organizational procedures
Assist in developing and delivering compliance trainings and identifying emerging training needs
Support development of compliance-related reports, presentations, dashboards, and trend analyses
Contribute to agency-wide compliance initiatives, including Compliance Week activities