Aging Program Specialist

Job Title: Aging Program Specialist- Atlanta

Location: Atlanta United States

Job Description:

Pay Grade: K

Workplace: Remote

Travel: 25% statewide

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Family Support Services Manager, the ADRC (Aging and Disability Resource Connection) Specialist position is an extension of the Department of Human Services Division of Aging Services Aging and Disability Resource Connection. This position implements ADRC through the No Wrong Door philosophy to provide information and resources to community services across long-term care service and support populations. This will include aging, developmental disabilities, behavioral health, traumatic brain and spinal cord injury, physical disabilities, deaf, vision impairment, etc.

Responsibilities:

Serve as the ADRC Specialist covering each of the assigned DBHDD Regional Field Offices to facilitate access to long term services and supports

Liaison with assigned Department of Human Services Division of Aging Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) to include staff meetings, technical assistance, coordination of resources and warm transfer of people across organizations and Medicaid Waivers

Coordinate services for people across networks, funding sources, and organizations

As a subject matter expert in long-term services and supports, assist with solution seeking for complex support needs

Train DBHDD, DAS, community stakeholders, schools, advocacy groups and families on the ADRC work and accessing the No Wrong Door System

Work in partnership with the Regional Field Office Navigators in seeking resources to meet individuals needs while awaiting DBHDD waiver services

Provide resources to support the family unit in maintaining stability in the community where they live, work, and play

Attend all required trainings, conferences, and meetings associated with the ADRC work

Track work completed in conjunction with long-term services and supports for reporting purposes

Maintain up to date understanding of Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Administration for Community Living (ACL), and state of Georgia initiatives and policies related to the ADRC No Wrong Door System

Be a subject matter expert in Supported Decision Making and Person-centered philosophy and share that knowledge across stakeholders

Share pertinent long-term care services and support information back to Regional Field Office Staff as part of the partnership between DBHDD and DHS Division of Aging

Provide resource information and referrals for individuals in state-funded services as well as individuals who are not eligible for Medicaid waiver services

Engage individuals in supported decision-making when in pursuit of competitive, integrated employment

Participate in regional garden activities related to supported employment

Work with the Central Office Supported Employment team on tracking of referrals, data collection, and technical assistance

Complete work on projects as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates who possess one or more of the following:

experience in human service program delivery

AIRS (Alliance of Information and Referral Systems) Certification

CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist) Certification or other adult training certification

Employment Requirements

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.

The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:

• Drug Screening
• TB Evaluation
• Annual Influenza*
• Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of DBHDD to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

High school diploma/GED and completion of 90 quarter hours (60 semester hours) at an accredited college or university and four (4) years of job-related experience; or two (2) years experience required at the lower level Planner 2 (GSP051) or position equivalent. Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.