Experienced Compliance Manager specializing in multi-state behavioral healthcare organizations with 8+ years in clinical operations and regulatory compliance. Proven leader in HIPAA, internal audits, risk management, policy development, and compliance across hybrid and remote environments. Strong background bridging clinical operations with regulatory strategy to reduce risk, improve readiness, and support sustainable growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Compliance Manager
Momentum Behavior Services
02.2024 - Current
Lead compliance strategy for a multi-state behavioral healthcare organization, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and payer regulations.
Oversee HIPAA Privacy and Security compliance, including risk assessments, corrective action plans, and staff training.
Manage and maintain compliance within CentralReach and Catalight, Medicare, Bluecross etc.. ensuring documentation integrity and audit readiness.
Develop, update, and implement organizational policies and procedures aligned with regulatory requirements.
Conduct internal audits, Risk assessments and partner with leadership on remediation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Trained staff on compliance requirements, fostering a culture of accountability and ethical behavior.
Monitored changes in legislation, adapting company practices to maintain regulatory alignment.
Led investigations into compliance violations, providing recommendations for corrective actions.
Established reporting mechanisms for compliance issues, enhancing transparency and communication across departments.
Serve as a key liaison between clinical, operational, and executive teams to align compliance with organizational goals.
Have brought bought companies from 14% in compliance with documentation to 80% + within a year.
Clinical Operations Manager
Momentum Behavior Services
11.2023 - 06.2024
Oversaw daily clinical operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
Supported transition initiatives between operational leadership and compliance infrastructure.
Assisted in workflow optimization, documentation standards, and staff oversight.
Senior Compliance Specialist
Center for Social Dynamics
11.2020 - 12.2023
Supported compliance operations for a large, multi-state autism and behavioral health provider.
Conducted internal audits, compliance monitoring, and regulatory gap analyses.
Led business planning initiatives with compliance integration.
Provided guidance to clinical leadership on regulatory interpretation and corrective actions.
Delivered compliance education and training to clinical and administrative staff.
Lead Behavioral Specialist
Center for Social Dynamics
12.2018 - 11.2020
Led clinical teams delivering behavioral services while maintaining compliance with clinical and ethical standards.
Mentored staff on documentation, service delivery, and regulatory expectations.
Behavior Specialist (Part-Time)
Center for Social Dynamics
09.2017 - 12.2018
Registered Behavior Technician
Delivered direct behavioral services in compliance with care plans and organizational policies.