Director of Compliance

Description

Director of Compliance

Location: Bronx or Staten Island (travel between boroughs required)
Salary: $115,000 – $120,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Role requires 24/7 on-call availability)

Summary

Beacon of Hope, a Division of Catholic Charities Community Services (CCCS), is seeking a Director of Compliance to safeguard program integrity, drive quality improvement, and ensure we meet and exceed all regulatory standards across our residential programs in the Bronx, Staten Island, and Brooklyn. If you thrive at the intersection of compliance, operational excellence, and service to vulnerable populations, this is your opportunity to make a measurable difference and be a part of a respected mission driven organization serving New Yorkers in need.

Responsibilities

• Lead our Quality Improvement Department and mentor the Quality Improvement Manager.
• Ensure full compliance with New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) regulations, HIPAA, and Corporate Compliance standards.
• Serve as our primary liaison with regulatory agencies and external partners.
• Monitor program quality, identify improvements, and implement changes that enhance resident care.
• Oversee audits, incident reporting, and investigations with precision and professionalism.
• Develop and deliver compliance and staff training programs.
• Support safe, well-maintained housing through property management compliance oversight.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a mental health discipline
• At least 7 years of experience working in compliance, 5+ years in a government-contracted program (preferred).
• Experience working with special needs populations (preferred).
• Exceptional judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate clearly across all levels of the organization.
• A proactive, hands-on leadership style and the flexibility to adapt in a dynamic environment.

Catholic Charities and Catholic Charities Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.