Lead Auditor

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Auditor to join our team at Assistance Plus. As a key member of our Quality Assurance department, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and developing policies and procedures to maintain high-quality standards.

• Develop and coordinate compliance assurance with applicable state licensing, reimbursement, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform high-level auditing tasks, including reviewing treatment plans, comp assessments, trackers, and opening and annual paperwork for completeness and accuracy.
• Develop and implement Agency policies and procedures as they relate to Quality Assurance.
• Learn and navigate record systems and ensure they are maintained in accordance with regulatory and reimbursement requirements.
• Perform and maintain the monthly BHHO audit and complete the monthly BHHO attestation.
• Ensure effective internal controls are in place to assure compliance with applicable regulatory agencies.
• Analyze data to identify areas of improvement in the quality system.
• Assist in preparing annual reports to communicate the outcome of quality activities.
• Support on-site audits conducted by external providers.
• Evaluate audit findings and report back to the Director of BH Programs.
• Audit client records in accordance with MaineCare, OADS, licensing, AMHI Consent Decree, OCFS, DLRS, and all other stakeholders' regulatory requirements.
• Keep up to date with all related quality legislation and compliance issues.
• Assist with providing orientation to new employees regarding QA Department and its responsibilities.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP) for the department.
• Act as the agency's HIPAA Compliance Officer.

• Proof of vehicle insurance at $50K/$100K and a valid Maine driver's license are required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required; Associate's Degree preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Advanced skill level with Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
• Minimum of five to ten years of experience in an auditing role.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• High level of attention to detail.