Healthy Aging Services Program Manager

Department of Health and Human Services • Augusta, ME

14h • Hybrid

About The Position

The primary focus of this Position is to oversee, manage, and administer statewide Healthy Aging Services Programs serving older adults, adults with disabilities, and their family caregivers in Maine. In addition, this position manages, directs and oversees day-to-day operations, including personnel and administrative functions, Request for Proposal (RFP) processes, multiple state and federal contracts, policies, and procedures. The scope of the position encompasses the effective implementation of state and federal policies, rules, and statutes to carry out the mission of the Office of Aging and Disability Services (OADS) as the State Unit on Aging.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in gerontology, social services, or a directly related field
• Six (6) years of professional progressive experience providing and/or overseeing services for adults in social service programs
• At least three (3) years of experience at an administrative or supervisory level, including significant experience in planning and managing programs for older adults and persons with disabilities – OR –
• An equivalent ten (10) year combination of education and/or professional experience in the above fields to include three (3) years at the administrative or supervisory level.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated knowledge of Older Americans Act programs and services, including applicable rules and regulations.
• A master’s degree in gerontology or social services with a focus on aging.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations.
• Experience with budgets and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manages and supervises program staff who oversee all Older Americans Act (“OAA”) Services delivered by the five area agencies on aging, including: Access Services, In-Home Supportive Services, Nutrition, Evidence-Based Health Promotion, , and Family Caregiver and Respite services for older adults in Maine and their families.
• Oversight/Management of Title III and Title VII Federal Grant (OAA) that includes development, fiscal management, performance management, compliance monitoring, and annual reporting.
• Supervise the programmatic aspects of contract development and fiscal monitoring, including reporting to the federal government.
• Communication with the Federal Government pertaining to reporting, grant management, and OAA funding.
• Oversee data collection for these programs, which provide essential information needed to monitor and plan programs, as well as help assure an efficient system of services.
• Author and implement the State Plan on Aging, including statewide needs assessments, in collaboration with aging network partners, which is a federal requirement to receive federal dollars from the OAA.
• Work with other key staff in OADS to ensure there are no gaps in service delivery systems; services are efficient and effective; and that OADS strategic initiatives are promoted. Assure that the needs of the growing aging population are articulated across the office at a management level.
• Meet with and seek positive collaborations with sub-grantees and other stakeholders to ensure the needs of older adults in Maine are best met.
• Oversee the development and update of program policies to ensure compliance with federal OAA rules and regulations.

Benefits

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 annual value), depending on salary.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($395.72 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.91% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .
• State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package , covering many aspects of wellness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees