Health Program Administrator I

Health Research, Inc. • Albany, NY

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Health Program Administrator I (HPA I) will be responsible for contract management for contracts that provide federally and/or state funded supportive services for persons living with HIV. Programs are funded to provide legal services, benefits counseling, case management, health education, medical transportation, housing, food, and nutrition services for people aging with HIV. The HPA I will complete assessments of provider performance, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with program work plans, standards, and goals. The HPA l will conduct site visits and program monitoring; review monthly/quarterly narrative reports and monthly data reports; provide technical assistance as needed; review and approve budget modifications, and vouchers; prepare narrative and statistical reports; participate in team meetings, Quality Improvement and work groups as requested; participate in competitive procurement reviews; contribute to AIDS Institute, bureau and community program planning and development; complete writing assignments; and perform other appropriate related duties as assigned. These programs advance the health equity goals of the AIDS Institute and prioritize serving communities that are disproportionately impacted by HIV and persons experiencing challenges related to social determinants of health.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of experience in the administration of personnel, fiscal, or other related operational activity; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and five years of such experience; OR seven years of such experience.
• At least one year of experience must have included supervision of staff and/or program management.
• Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

• At least one (1) year of experience providing technical assistance to health and human service providers.
• At least one (1) year of experience working with relevant, various communities and groups.
• At least three (3) years of experience working with an HIV service provider.
• At least one (1) year of grant management experience.
• At least three (3) years of program coordination or management experience.
• A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete assessments of provider performance
• Negotiate contracts
• Ensure compliance with program work plans, standards, and goals
• Conduct site visits and program monitoring
• Review monthly/quarterly narrative reports and monthly data reports
• Provide technical assistance as needed
• Review and approve budget modifications, and vouchers
• Prepare narrative and statistical reports
• Participate in team meetings, Quality Improvement and work groups as requested
• Participate in competitive procurement reviews
• Contribute to AIDS Institute, bureau and community program planning and development
• Complete writing assignments
• Perform other appropriate related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit
• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave
• Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities
• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan.
• HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses
• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level