Older Americans Act Program Manager

State of Kansas•Shawnee, KS

82d•$55,000

About The Position

This position is responsible for the planning, administration, coordination, evaluation, and the development, oversight, and delivery of a statewide community-based long-term service and support program (Older Americans Act (OAA) for older Kansans. This employee will work closely with the Area Agencies on Aging (AAA), the Administration for Community Living (ACL), Stakeholders and partnerships such as Long-Term Care Ombudsman, Alzheimer's Association, DCF, Tribal Organizations, and other partners to implement strategic, multiyear plans for the administration of OAA programs and services for older Kansans. These programs are statutory and have distinct state and federal funding streams and requirements. The position ensures that all program and funding procedures comply with federal and state laws and regulations. Approves and administers budgets and collaborates within the agency and with external partners to achieve program goals. The program manager is responsible for overseeing data collection and reporting procedures, as well as quality assurance protocols. Interprets and applies state and federal laws and regulations for development of agency policy and program oversight. Provides policy guidance and training for AAAs and service providers to ensure accountability for program and service requirements.

Requirements

Two years of experience in planning, implementing, and monitoring activities relevant to human services.
In state and out of state travel required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with data collection, analysis, and reporting, including the ability to write, review, and interpret technical and/or federal/state statutes and regulations.
Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations governing Older Americans Act.
Knowledge of funding mechanisms, policies and procedures related to community and state-operated service delivery programs.
Four years of experience in public administration, social work, aging, public health, or other related field.
At least three years of experience in administering government programs.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the Area Plan process and tracks all activity between the AAAs and KDADS staff. Thoroughly reviews, analyzes, and compares applications and Area Plans, including budgets, from AAAs to ensure that proposals meet federal and state requirements. Recommends approval or denial of funding awards. Reviews narratives, data reports and leads annual State Program Performance Report (SPR) process as well as becoming knowledgeable of ACL's OAAPS data system.
In collaboration with the Aging Services Director, manage the planning, development, implementation, ongoing monitoring, regulation interpretation and policy development for the Older Americans Act. Programs managed by this position include the Older Americans Act Title III Part B - Supportive Services; Title III - Part E National Family Caregiver Support Program; and Title VII - Prevention of Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation; and others as assigned.
Interprets state and federal regulations and KDADS policies relative to assigned programs for AAAs and service providers to ensure that guidelines and policies are understood by providers, consumers, and program managers. Ensures that programs are in compliance with established requirements. Streamlines communication with internal departments and ensure programs follow Federal and State requirements.
Responsible for research, collaboration, preparation, submission and overseeing the implementation of the Older Americans Act State Plan.
Responsible for developing and providing training to AAA case managers/assessors on the approved assessment tool for OAA and any other training related to these programs.
Completes special projects and performs other duties as assigned including but not limited to ensuring the agency is adequately staffed during and immediately following natural and/or manmade disasters, infectious disease outbreaks, and/or acts of terrorism. Assists other employees in the work unit in accomplishing assignments as necessary.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
Sick & Vacation leave
Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
Fitness Centers in select locations
Employee discounts with the STAR Program
Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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