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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for behavioral health compliance in the United States is $98,949.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,500.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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In a Behavioral Health Compliance position, your daily tasks typically include reviewing and updating policies, conducting compliance audits, investigating potential violations, and providing staff training on regulatory standards. You’ll regularly collaborate with clinical teams, administration, and legal departments to ensure that all aspects of patient care and documentation meet federal, state, and organizational requirements. Additionally, you may be responsible for responding to regulatory inquiries or reporting incidents as needed. Staying current with regulatory changes and advising leadership on compliance best practices are key parts of this dynamic role, making adaptability and communication important for your success.

What is a behavioral health compliance?

A Behavioral Health Compliance job involves ensuring that mental health and substance use treatment organizations follow federal, state, and local regulations. Professionals in this role develop policies, conduct audits, and provide training to ensure compliance with laws such as HIPAA, the Mental Health Parity Act, and Medicaid/Medicare standards. They also monitor ethical practices and investigate potential violations to protect patient rights and maintain organizational integrity.

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To excel in Behavioral Health Compliance, you need an in-depth understanding of healthcare regulations (such as HIPAA, Joint Commission, and state laws), analytical skills, and experience in behavioral health settings. Familiarity with compliance management systems, audit software, and relevant certifications like Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) are typically important. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate across departments set standout candidates apart. These skills ensure regulatory adherence, minimize legal risks, and foster a culture of ethical care within behavioral health organizations.

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Infographic showing various Behavioral Health Compliance job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, and 18% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $98,949 per year, or $47.6 per hour.

Behavioral Health Compliance Auditor

LaSante Health Center

Brooklyn, NY

$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

New

Job description

LaSante Health Center is seeking a Behavioral Health Compliance Auditor to review behavioral health charts and clinical documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory, billing, and internal standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, knowledgeable about behavioral health documentation, and comfortable providing constructive feedback to clinical staff.

This is an in-person position and may be structured as either full-time or part-time, depending on the candidate's availability and experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct regular audits of behavioral health charts and clinical documentation

  • Review progress notes, intake assessments, treatment plans, safety plans, screenings, and related documentation

  • Identify documentation gaps, trends, and areas requiring follow-up or staff retraining

  • Prepare clear audit findings and reports for leadership and clinical supervisors

  • Support corrective action plans related to documentation and compliance findings

  • Work closely with the Behavioral Health leadership team to improve chart quality and compliance workflows

  • Assist with internal reviews, mock audits, payer audits, and regulatory audits

  • Provide professional and constructive feedback to clinical staff regarding documentation requirements

  • Ensure documentation supports appropriate clinical care, billing, and regulatory standards

  • Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and applicable privacy requirements

Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related behavioral health field required

  • Acceptable credentials include MSW, MHC-LP, LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC

  • Experience working in an Article 31/MHOTRS program required

  • Prior experience in behavioral health chart review, compliance, utilization review, quality assurance, or clinical documentation review strongly preferred

  • Knowledge of behavioral health documentation standards, treatment planning, progress notes, risk assessments, and safety planning

  • Experience in a clinic, community health center, FQHC, or similar healthcare setting preferred

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify documentation deficiencies

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to provide feedback in a professional and constructive manner

  • Comfortable working with EMR systems and audit tracking tools

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience reviewing behavioral health charts for compliance

  • Knowledge of OMH, Medicaid, managed care, or behavioral health billing documentation standards

  • Experience working with therapists, clinical supervisors, psychiatrists, or multidisciplinary behavioral health teams

  • Prior quality assurance, utilization review, or compliance experience