Human Resources & Compliance Specialist

K&I Healthcare Services

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At K&I Healthcare Services, our primary goal is to empower individuals, families, and communities to take charge of their mental well-being. K&I Healthcare Services has three Maryland facilities located in Waldorf, Baltimore, and Landover. K&I Healthcare Services supports the recovery of individuals with mental illness and substance abuse. We are a collective of like-minded individuals who emphasize the importance of the clinician along with the client. Our team prioritizes our clients. We approach everyone with compassion and an open mind to encourage them to thrive in their healing process.

The Human Resources & Compliance Specialist provides strategic oversight of all HR functions to support the mission and goals of KIHS. This role ensures compliance with federal and state employment laws, drives organizational effectiveness through the implementation of HR systems and policies, and leads a diverse HR team in delivering high-quality services to the campus community. The specialist develops and manages talent acquisition strategies, employee relations, benefits programs, and performance management, while fostering a safe, inclusive, and productive work environment. Serving as the primary liaison for labor relations and workplace accommodations, this position plays a key role in aligning HR practices with institutional priorities and promoting a positive organizational culture.

We operate in compliance with Maryland Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) standards, COMAR, federal and state employment laws, Medicaid requirements, and CARF accreditation standards. Our philosophy centers on ethical care delivery, workforce excellence, and regulatory integrity to ensure quality outcomes for clients, staff, and stakeholders.

Requirements

• A master's degree is required, but material, demonstrated successful experience may be considered instead of Masters degree.
• At least ten (10) years’ experience in HR with five (5) years’ experience managing Human Resources staff in a medium-sized business/organization.
• Thorough knowledge of best practices in HR, with a solid understanding of applicable federal, state, and local laws, to include Title VII, ADA, FLSA, FMLA, ERISA, IRS, INS, Title IX, and employment discrimination regulations.
• Familiarity with HR management systems and overall technological proficiency.
• Professional In Human Resources (Required).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHR systems.
• Knowledge of Maryland's mental health system, Medicaid/MCO programs.
• Ability to work with a diverse population, including an understanding of serious and persistent mental illness.
• Knowledge of COMAR pertaining to OMHC operations and billing practices.
• HIPAA training required within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to communicate complex benefits simply and effectively to staff.
• Require strong attention to detail and follow through with time sensitive matters.
• Respect for and adherence to client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Ability to work well independently and collaboratively.
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening. & TB testing.

Nice To Haves

• SHRM Certified Professional (Preferred).
• CPR/First Aid Certification Preferred (or willing to obtain within first 6 months of hire).
• Leadership: 3 years (Preferred).
• HR Director: 5 years (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Run HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, and retention.
• Ensure compliance with federal and Maryland employment laws.
• Uphold compliant personnel files and HR policies.
• Oversee credentialing, licensure, and training.
• Serve as authority on COMAR OMHC regulations.
• Align with CARF accreditation preparation and audits.
• Ensure HIPAA workforce compliance and training.
• Uphold compliance with BHA staffing requirements.
• Possess an extensive and up-to-date understanding of federal and state employment laws to advise leadership with solutions for human resources issues and evolving organizational needs.
• Spearhead the implementation of an HRIS or similar system to facilitate processes and provide comprehensive data and reports on HR activities.
• Lead a staff of managerial, professional, and clerical employees responsible for providing all HR services to the campus community.
• Develop methods for collecting feedback internally on program satisfaction and modifies programs as needed.
• Utilize available technology to maximize operational efficiencies and provide enhanced delivery of HR services to the campus community.
• Act as a liaison in assisting employees with workplace accommodations under federal and local disability laws.
• Manage, track, and ensure compliance with all Affirmative Action plans for the University.
• Work closely with the Compliance Officer on related matters.
• Develop, implement, and manage all HR policies in a consistent and fair method.
• Design recruitment strategies with campus administrators to encourage highly qualified individuals to apply for faculty and staff vacancies.
• Provide guidance to hiring managers and search committees with the interview and selection process.
• Facilitate communications between and among employees and management including counseling, conflict resolution, meeting facilitation, and team building.
• Monitor the annual review process to verify that all employees receive performance evaluations.
• Plan new employee orientation programs to foster a positive attitude toward the KIHS’s mission, while introducing new personnel to important institutional policies.
• Serve as the KIHS’s primary contact for all labor relations issues and union negotiations.
• Provide high-quality, accessible benefit programs for affordable employees, reflect the organization’s identity, and support employees in balancing work and family responsibilities.
• Work with the Public Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, General Counsel, and Risk Management offices to provide employees with a safe and effective workplace.
• Prepare and manage the annual budgets for the HR office and benefits programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the CEO.

Benefits

• Provides high-quality, accessible benefit programs for affordable employees, reflect the organization’s identity, and support employees in balancing work and family responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees