Coordinator of Long-Term Care Program Operations (ALTSD #7087)

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Company: State of New Mexico

Location: Santa Fe, NM 87507

Description:

$32.84 - $52.54 Hourly

$68,302 - $109,283 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 80

Posting Details

Aging and Long-Term Services Department's (ALTSD) mission is the belief that New Mexico's older adults and adults with disabilities have the right to remain active participants in their communities, to age with respect and dignity, to be protected from abuse, neglect, and exploitation and to have equal access to health care. The Long-Term Care programs at ALTSD administer community-based programs to allow older adults to thrive in their homes and communities to reduce nursing home placements and emergency department visits.

This position assist with ALTSD clients with obtaining long-term care service programs including Office of Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, New MexiCare, as well as other long-term care programs and services.

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Why does the job exist?

Under the Direction of the Division/Program Director, the incumbent is responsible for:

The primary purpose of the position is to oversee the Office of Alzheimer's and Dementia Care State Plan and provide support to multiple long-term care programs. This position will provide strategic planning, develop goals and objectives, and implement innovative new programs. monitor state and federal policies, provide fiscal oversight, provide technical assistance, training and education on a variety of topics related to long-term care programs, conduct program assessments, develop program initiatives, develop contracts and RFPs, provide strategic planning for program growth, develop and implement effective program procedures for efficient, targeted and measurable services and outcomes.

How does it get done?

-Provide effective supervision and direction to staff supervised;
-Provide oversight of Office of Alzheimer's and Dementia Care and other long-term care programs
-Provide strategic planning, develop goals, and objectives, and implement innovative new programs.
-Lead the development of the Office of Alzheimer's and Dementia Care state plan and monitor.
-Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment of services.
-Develop and implement policies and procedures
-Lead long-term care reporting, analysis, and oversight.
-Support and Lead Advisory Councils as requested.
-Assist with development and implementation of statutes, regulations, and bulletins.
- Monitor and analyze state and federal legislation related to health insurance and provide policy advice.
- Prepare Fiscal Impact Reports and other annual legislative reports.
- Oversee the implementation of federal and other grants and ensure compliance.

Who are the customers?

Working with ALTSD clients, other Department divisions, contractors, and community organizations.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate must be able to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment, professional, communicate effectively, and quickly adapt to changing priorities. Candidate must travel, sometimes with short notice, and possibly consecutive overnight stays. Additionally, the Ideal Candidate has:
*Experience working with older adults or adults with disabilities
*Experience public speaking with a demonstrated ability to engage with stakeholders
*Exemplary written and verbal skills

Minimum Qualification

A Bachelor's degree in any field of study from an accredited college or university and six (6) years of professional level experience with a tactical impact directly related to the purpose of the position defined by the agency at the time of recruitment. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling ten (10) years may substitute for the required education and experience. A hiring agency will designate a portion of the required experience to include supervisory and/or specialized experience. Any required licensure, certification or registration shall be defined at the time of recruitment and will be in addition to the above requirements.

Substitution Table

These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 10 years of experience 2 Associate's degree AND 8 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree AND 6 years of experience 4 Master's degree AND 4 years of experience 5 PhD degree AND 2 years of experience
Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.
If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Pre-employment background investigation is required. Must pass State and Federal criminal background check. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification within 90 days of employment.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Occasional after hours and weekends may be required. Travel in-state and out of state is required.

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Agency Contact Information: Jennifer Vigil (505) 428-8626. Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is NOT covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

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