Compliance Specialist

Isaiah-House-; Harrodsburg (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Basic life insurance

401(k) Option

PTO after 90 Days & Holiday Pay

Job summary

Isaiah House seeks a motivated Compliance Specialist to join our Compliance Department in Kentucky. Reporting to the Compliance Director, this entry-level role maintains regulatory adherence, supports audits and investigations, and helps develop policies and SOPs for our nonprofit, Christ-centered addiction recovery organization.

Based on an unwavering commitment to integrity, you will monitor laws, assist in training staff, and contribute to external surveys and filings while growing your

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required or equivalent.
• Experience in healthcare corporate/administrative role preferred (2–5 years).
• Willingness to learn Isaiah House policies and programs.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, update, and implement policies and SOPs.
• Assist with internal compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Monitor federal, state, and local regulatory changes.
• Support training materials for staff and management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication

Professionalism

Education

Associate’s degree in Business, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Job description

Description

Isaiah House is Kentucky’s largest nonprofit, Christ-centered addiction recovery organization. We provide evidence-based, holistic care to individuals battling substance use disorders. With a heart for transforming lives, we serve individuals and families across the Commonwealth through a full continuum of care, from residential treatment to outpatient services and recovery support.

We are seeking a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Compliance Specialist to join our Compliance Department. Reporting to the Compliance Director, this position is pivotal in maintaining organizational integrity through regulatory adherence, audits, investigations and policy and procedure. This is an entry-level position and is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to jumpstart start their career in Compliance.

Responbilities include but are not limited to:

• Policy & Governance: Draft, update, and implement organizational policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and the Code of Conduct
• Auditing & Monitoring: Assist with internal compliance audits, risk assessments, and monitoring activities to identify operational gaps
• Regulatory Tracking: Monitor changes in relevant federal, state, and local laws/accreditation standards and assess their operational impact
• Training & Education: Assist in building and delivering compliance training materials and modules for staff and management
• Reporting & Investigations: Track compliance metrics, investigate potential policy violations or hotline reports, and draft investigation reports
• External Audits & Filings: Assist with external regulatory surveys and third-party audits
• Other tasks required for compliance activities as determined by Compliance leadership

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Business, Legal Studies, Healthcare Administration, or a related field
• 2-5 years of direct experience in healthcare in a corporate/administrative role preferred
• Willingness to obtain and maintain proficiency in Isaiah House policy, procedures, and programs
• Excellence in key soft skills: attention to detail, analytical thinking, communication, professionalism, organization

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer
• Frequent use of standard office equipment (e.g., keyboard, phone)
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and company partners
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, or reach
• May be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Employees receive benefits that include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic life insurance
• 401(k) Option
• PTO after 90 Days & Holiday Pay

Additional Information:

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 4:30pm or other regular office hours as determined by supervisor
• Work Environment: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Some travel may be needed between Isaiah House facilities

Isaiah House is a faith-based and Christ-centered nonprofit organization. Employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and standards of conduct. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.