Alzheimer's Disease Program Grant Coordinator - 00077071

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.  

What we offer.  Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.  

Start your career in public service.   The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Aging Services is seeking candidates for the position of Alzheimer's Disease Program Grant Coordinator. This position will be located nearest the office of the selected candidate and is a time limited position that is funded through August 31st, 2027. 

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Pay Grade: K

Under the supervision of the Dementia Team Lead, this position will function as the grant coordinator for Alzheimer’s Disease Programs Initiative (ADPI) State Grant - Advancing Cognition And Brain-health Supports (A-CABS). The Grant Coordinator will provide state level direction and oversight for A-CABS and support the day-to-day responsibilities of the project for all key tasks including monitoring the project’s ongoing progress, preparing reports, and communicating with partners and the Administration for Community Living.
 
The goal of Georgia’s A-CABS project is to achieve a dementia capable Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) system that meets the unique needs of people living with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) or early-stage dementia and their care partners. A-CABS objectives include 1) creating, expanding, and sustaining a dementia-capable HCBS that includes no wrong door access for people diagnosed with early-state dementia and their family caregivers; and 2) ensuring that Georgia’s HCBS systems provide innovative and evidence-based services to people with early-stage dementia and their families.
 
This is a time limited position that is funded through August 31, 2027.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate contracts, project deliverables, contract monitoring, budget expenditures, and partner meeting facilitation.
• Finalize and monitor workplan activities for each partner.
• Develop and finalize recruitment strategies and marketing materials for all populations and participants; support marketing initiative to build awareness of program.
• Collect, analyze, and report project data, including project results and evaluation.
• Provide technical assistance, training, quality assurance, monitoring and oversight to A-CABS partners, including regular improvement feedback regarding program activities and budget.
• Complete and submit grant reports.
• Develop and maintain relationships with federal, state, and project partners.
• Engage in required statewide travel and attend all required meetings/trainings related to A-CABS.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

• Treats others with dignity and respect, maintains a friendly demeanor and values the contributions of others.
• Cooperates with others to accomplish common goals and works as a team player within and across departments to achieve shared goals.
• Maintains focus on agency and State goals.
• Strong communication skills; ability to write clear and articulate responses to clients.
• Attention to details and the ability to follow through on requests.
• Conflict resolution skills and the ability to handle difficult clients.
• Excellent oral, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Strong contributor in a team environment.
• Displays honesty, accountability, and a strong commitment to his or her public duty and presents oneself as a credible representative of the agency and State to maintain the public trust.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND four (4) years of professional job-related experience which includes one (1) year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; 

• Two (2) years of experience at the lower level Social Services Program Consultant 2 (SSP041) or position equivalent.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND two years’ experience in working with aging and/or disability populations.
• Master’s Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND one year’s experience in working with aging/disability populations.
• Experience in the statewide aging services network either at the state, Area Agency on Aging, or service provider level.
• Demonstrated experience in grant management.
• Demonstrated experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Demonstrated experience providing training, consultation, and technical assistance.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

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Employment Information
  
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
 
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to:  @HRHelpline
 
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
  
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
  
As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
  
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 official for next steps in the selection process.  Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.
  
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.