Compliance & Quality Improvement Lead — Queens Travel

YAI; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

YAI in New York City area is seeking a full-time Compliance and Risk Analyst to perform internal reviews, ensure regulatory documentation and billing integrity, and support OPWDD CMS compliance across sites in Queens and surrounding regions.

The role requires staying current on laws, strong communication, and regular travel. It offers growth within a mission-driven, person-centered services organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, business, compliance, or related field and 3 years of experience in providing services, oversight, and support.
• Satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong commitment and passion for the organization’s mission.
• Unquestionable ethics and integrity, high emotional intelligence and analytical skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive information and files.
• Ability to travel regularly to locations across assigned region(s).
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Completes formal internal reviews and risk assessments for YAI programs at least annually.
• Maintains up to date knowledge of laws and regulations governing documentation and billing.
• Provides on-site support during OPWDD DQI and OFPC surveys.
• Supports regional leadership with risk assessments and annual compliance planning.
• Participates in planning for new certified sites and programs with feedback from a quality perspective.
• Acts as liaison between program leadership and oversight staff.
• Assists in Plan of Corrective Action following deficiencies.
• Develops safety plans prior to construction in certified settings.
• Ensures services are person-centered and compliant with regulations.
• Guides on reportable incidents and HIPAA concerns.
• Monitors incidents in IRMA and assists with timely entry of information.
• Participates in agency committees and may chair.
• Attends monthly regional leadership meetings; reports on regulations and survey activity.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services, business, compliance, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

YAI in New York City area is seeking a full-time Compliance and Risk Analyst to perform internal reviews, ensure regulatory documentation and billing integrity, and support OPWDD CMS compliance across sites in Queens and surrounding regions.

The role requires staying current on laws, strong communication, and regular travel. It offers growth within a mission-driven, person-centered services organization.