2026)

Care Solutions, Inc.•Atlanta, GA

1d•Remote

About The Position

We are an Atlanta-based business seeking a Senior Research Consultant specializing in Elder Care Compliance & Regulatory Strategy. This Consultant will lead a comprehensive review and mapping of regulatory and compliance requirements across the United States. The primary objective of this short-term contracted engagement is to design and establish a detailed state-by-state compliance matrix (Industry Compliance Audit) that outlines: Regulatory requirements and oversight structures Initial and ongoing workforce training, certification requirements specific to senior/elder-care Key regulatory agency contacts by state and region The ideal candidate is a former regional or national director within a large senior living or multi-state elder care platform who understands the operational realities of regulatory compliance and workforce training at scale. S/He has worked across multiple states, navigated inspections, and built systems that scale. This individual has translated complex regulatory environments into structured, actionable systems designed for the senior/elder care workforce.

Requirements

10+ years of senior leadership experience in one or more of the following: Assisted Living Senior Living Home Care / Home Health Multi-site elder care operations
Director-level (or higher) leadership experience within: A large, assisted living platform OR A multi-state senior care delivery system
Demonstrated experience overseeing regulatory compliance across multiple states
Deep familiarity with state-level elder care licensing and regulatory structures
Proven ability to interpret regulatory language and translate requirements into operational frameworks
Experience working directly with state surveyors, inspectors, and/or regulatory agencies
Strong strategic, analytical, and documentation skills
Must be able to pass a Georgia background check

Nice To Haves

Experience building compliance programs from the ground up
Prior consulting experience
Exposure to Medicaid waiver programs and reimbursement structures
Legal or compliance credentials (e.g., CHC, RN, LNHA, JD)

Responsibilities

Regulatory & Compliance Mapping
Identify, document, and prioritize state-by-state regulatory and licensure requirements for: Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) Independent Living Communities Memory Care Units Home Care / Home Health Services
Analyze variations across states related to: Licensing requirements Staffing ratios and credentialing Clinical oversight standards Resident rights regulations Safety, reporting, inspection, and enforcement requirements Medicaid waiver programs (where applicable)
Document renewal cycles, audit frequency, and enforcement mechanisms
Compliance Matrix Development
Build a structured, scalable compliance matrix that includes: Regulatory authority by state Governing agency names and departments Key contacts and reporting channels Required documentation and submission processes Timelines, renewal cycles, and approval pathways
Develop a comparative framework highlighting key regulatory differences across states
Identify opportunities for standardization where feasible
Agency & Stakeholder Identification
Identify and document primary oversight agencies and regulatory bodies in each state
Map escalation pathways and key departmental contacts
Where relevant, outline intersections with federal oversight bodies (e.g., CMS, Medicaid)
Strategic Advisory
Provide insight into regulatory risk areas for multi-state operators
Identify compliance trends and emerging regulatory shifts
Recommend operational structures and workforce development strategies that support multi-state compliance alignment, including initial and ongoing training and certification
Integrate risk mitigation considerations into workforce training frameworks