Jared Sparks, Phd, Lcsw, Chc Email & Phone Number

Fayetteville, Ar, Us

Sprindale, Ar

Oversee quality and compliance operations across 65 treatment sites, improving service delivery for 60K+ clients annually and managing medical records for 1K+ employees. Manage 3 direct and 6 indirect reports in implementing compliance strategies to fortify organizational integrity and reduce risk exposure, underscoring commitment to exemplary governance in behavioral health substance abuse treatment and primary care programs. • Developed and implemented compliance programs, administered updates, and monitored their effectiveness across organization.• Collaborated with multiple departments including Operations, Clinical Services, Finance, Commercial, Revenue Cycle, Human Resources, and Legal to direct compliance issues to appropriate channels for investigation and resolution.• Managed compliance audit process to ensure it remained rigorous and efficient, meeting all necessary deadlines; implemented corrective actions as needed.• Maintained accurate and detailed records of compliance activities, preparing and presenting regular compliance reports to senior management and the board of directors.

Arkansas, United States

Developed and managed a comprehensive compliance program across 41 counties for newly established Arisa Health, aligning operations with regional regulatory requirements. Collaborated with Chief Legal Officer and executive team to strategize compliance processes based on organizational goals and legal frameworks. Managed outcomes, accreditation, certification, and licensure, maintaining high standards of care compliance. • Unified compliance frameworks across 4 merging entities comprising Arisa Health, ensuring seamless integration and operational excellence. • Directed System-wide audits to investigate and monitor compliance with standards and procedures, ensuring complete legal duties compliance imposed by government agencies.• Attracted, retained, grew, and led a cohesive and effective compliance team respected by the organization at all levels.• Led application process including functioning as grant writer and serving as Interim Project Director for $4M CCBHC grant, securing significant funding for community mental health services.

Program and Administrative Surveyor for Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. • Complete program and administrative surveys for Organizations Accredited under Behavioral Health Standards Manual. • Complete program surveys for Organizations Accredited under Children Youth and Families Standards Manuals.

Coordinated clinical programs and compliance operations for 400+ employees servicing 20K+ clients annually, ensuring high standards of care and regulatory adherence. Participated in due diligence process for proposed merger. Prepared summary reports for Board and legal team’s review. Chaired Compliance and Clinical Quality Committee responsible for strategic initiatives and policy development. • Spearheaded critical operational transformation amid significant organizational changes, ensuring seamless conformance to new regulatory requirements and obtaining essential BHA certifications. • Conducted educational sessions on compliance for employees, enhancing understanding of compliance issues, relevant laws and regulations, and the consequences of non-compliance.• Partnered in key RFPs and RFQ development, effectively safeguarding significant state general revenue streams from competitor acquisition.• Grew and promoted Compliance Program to ensure that all staff knew reporting mechanisms and were comfortable approaching compliance office for guidance and support.

Led all clinical services, overseeing 130+ mental health professionals and 90+ paraprofessionals in compliance with Arkansas Department of Behavioral Services standards. Coordinated and monitored internal compliance investigations for robust governance and risk management during critical accreditation changes. • Played pivotal role in agency’s transition from The Joint Commission to the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), overseeing adherence to CARF standards. • Served as member of executive team and co-chaired both the clinical quality and performance improvement teams.

Initiated implementation of best practices across child and adult services for improved organizational standards and client outcomes. Directed clinical supervision network, certifying quality control and professional development of clinical staff while also providing direct clinical services. Spearheaded initiatives to improve compliance indicators across agency for enhanced operational efficiencies. • Collaborated with national suicide prevention expert to overhaul organization’s risk assessment process, enhancing efficacy and safety of client interactions. • Developed and delivered training programs on new risk assessment protocols, educating local and statewide clinical staff. • Significantly raised standard of care and compliance with best practices in suicide prevention.

Part Time InstructorFall 2012 - Spring 2013 - Taught Field Seminar / Social Work Internship LiaisonFall 2011 - Taught Social Work Practice I

Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd), Social Work

Dissertation: “Provider Attitudes towards Dual Relationships and Recovery in Community Mental Health Centers” Committee: Charles Figley.

Master Of Social Work (Msw), Social Work

Concentration in Mental Health Field Placement - Walter Reed Medical Center Inpatient Psychiatry, Washington D.C. Field Placement.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Psychology

Internship: Bryce State Hospital Recreational Program for Severely Mentally Ill Adults