Job Description
This is a remote position. Atlantic Health Strategies is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Compliance Specialist with substantial, hands-on expertise in multi-state regulatory research, accreditation readiness, and strategic program development. This role requires a professional who possesses authentic subject-matter depth and the ability to interpret statutes, administrative codes, and payer regulations independently. Candidates must be able to demonstrate real-world experience, not AI-generated or outsourced knowledge. This is a part-time hourly role with potential to transition into full-time. The position may be structured as 1099 or W2 depending on candidate and organizational needs. Key Responsibilities • Conduct advanced regulatory research across multiple states for mental health, substance use disorder, psychiatric, and eating disorder programs. • Interpret federal and state statutes, administrative codes, Medicaid manuals, and commercial payer requirements to develop clear and actionable compliance guidance. • Support licensure, certification, and accreditation preparation with emphasis on Joint Commission Behavioral Health, CARF, and applicable state licensing authorities. • Develop operational recommendations that align with CMS, OIG, ASAM, and Medicaid managed care expectations. • Complete strategic growth and feasibility assessments grounded in regulatory limitations, scope-of-practice requirements, reimbursement structures, and market dynamics. • Provide compliance expertise for organizational due diligence, risk mitigation, new service line development, and program expansion in outpatient, residential, PHP/IOP, and psychiatric settings. • Produce high-quality regulatory briefs, compliance memos, crosswalks, and technical summaries with precise citation and clear narrative structure. • Collaborate with senior leadership on audits, mock surveys, corrective action planning, regulatory filings, and strategic advisory projects. Hours and Structure • Part-time hourly (1099 or W2) • Flexible schedule • Remote role • Growth pathway to full-time based on performance and business needs Who Thrives Here A compliance professional who is research-driven, methodical, and capable of engaging deeply with regulatory material will excel. This position is well-suited for someone who thrives on complex problem-solving, maintains high personal accountability, and delivers accurate, well-supported guidance without reliance on external content generators. Requirements • Minimum of 5 to 7 years of behavioral health compliance, regulatory affairs, or healthcare policy experience. • Demonstrated proficiency in the following areas: • * Multi-state licensure and regulatory frameworks across mental health, SUD, psychiatric, and eating disorder service lines • Joint Commission Behavioral Health standards and CARF requirements • Statutory and administrative code research with accurate interpretation • Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial payer rules, including reimbursement methodologies • Regulatory feasibility assessments and program development • * Prior experience supporting compliance or accreditation efforts for outpatient, residential, PHP/IOP, crisis stabilization, or psychiatric programs. • Exceptional analytical, writing, and documentation skills with the ability to synthesize complex regulations into executive-ready deliverables. • Strong organizational skills, self-direction, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment. • Commitment to producing original work grounded in professional expertise. Candidates who rely on AI-generated, templated, or derivative content will not be considered. Benefits • Part-time role (1099 or W2) • Flexible schedule • Remote position Apply tot his job