LTSS Housing Resource Developer and Program Manager

State of Maine • Augusta, ME

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is essential to the daily operations of the long-term service and support (LTSS) programs serving older and disabled adults. In this position you will provide housing transition support, housing information and referral, housing assessment to enrollees of Maine’s Money Follows the Person demonstration grant and for adults statewide. You will also engage in program and policy development related to long-term care housing services. This role will act as a key liaison between DHHS and Maine State Housing Authority and other entities, overseeing and supporting activities related to housing development and expansion initiatives. You will oversee and manage contracts and services, which include Maine’s Assisted Living Facilities and Independent Housing with Servies Programs, ensuring their effective implementation. Your role will involve leading meetings, offering technical support and ensuring compliance with contracts and best practices. Additionally, you will conduct site visits, offer prompt feedback, analyze data, and prepare reports with recommendations.

Requirements

• Two (2) years experience in aging-related housing development, advocacy, urban planning, gerontology, or community development; and a bachelor’s degree in a Social Service, Social Work, Public or Business Administration, or related area.
• Equivalent work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Knowledge of state and federal housing and community development programs for older adults and individuals with disabilities
• Experience with contract management, budgeting, and grant writing
• Ability to develop, implement, and manage comprehensive social service programs.
• Understanding of housing policies, regulations, and available resources

Responsibilities

• Develop and assist private non-profit housing corporations, subsidized housing and other housing programs to develop a statewide program.
• Develop and write grant applications and complete required grant reporting.
• Develop resources, applications and proposals for funding housing and housing related projects.
• Provide program oversight and quality monitoring of at least three (3) LTSS programs including, but not limited to: Independent Housing with Services, Assisted Living and Independent Support Services.
• Convene, facilitate and document quarterly meetings of providers for both state-funded Assisted Living and Independent Housing with Services programs to discuss residents and programmatic needs.
• Serve as a key liaison with Maine Housing and local housing authorities to ensure the housing needs are represented and collaborate on housing initiatives as needed. This will include serving as the LTSS lead on the 811 Project Based Rental Assistance Housing Initiative.
• Work with programs within the OADS, including Money Follows the Person Demonstration grant, to develop housing alternatives in the community.
• Conduct statewide housing reviews/ assessments, as needed.
• Coordinate with clients and case managers to ensure effective delivery of housing support for the designated population.

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 14.11% 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 non-birthing 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: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees