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Aging Services Program Manager General Definition And Conditions Of Work: Performs supervisory, professional, and administrative duties. Functions as acting director in the absence of the Director of Aging Services. Coordinates all departmental functions associated with various grants and/or funding sources, supervises departmental Program Coordinators and support staff. Administers departmental sub-contracts with third party vendors associated with Depmtment of Aging programs and the Adult Day Care/Day Health programs. Serves as departmental representative to the Department of Aging Advisory Board Strategic Planning Committee and plays a key management role in administering the Cabarrus County Aging Plan and related goals. Serves as the departmental contact for Public Relations and Marketing issues. Coordinates departmental certification, accreditation and/or licensing efforts. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Aging Services. Essential Functions/Typical Tasks: Performs grant administration and fiscal maintenance for all Aging Services Programs; Represents department and serves as liaison to allied organizations (i.e. YMCA, United Way, other 501C-3 agencies). Provides guidance and subject matter expertise as it applies to mandated program administration (grant/funding compliance, other funding resoume/expenditure options, proper reporting and documentation); Professional level assistance with budget preparation and administration; Oversees and provides technical expertise to Program Coordinators and support staff regarding administrative program management issues (i.e. time/leave records, fiscal and related program compliance issues); Plays a key role in implementing and monitoring the Cabarrus County Aging Plan and other service goals and objectives; Serves as a frequent contact for-and-to the Department of Aging Advisory Board, county executives, allied/partner agencies and other affiliated organizations; Serves as the Department's contact with regards to public relations, marketing and providing general information; Serves as Acting Director in the absence of the Aging Services Director; Supervises and evaluates the job performance and program objectives of departmental Program Coordinators, and other support and technical staff; Administers departmental grant programs/projects. ( Needs assessments, program evaluations, grant application process, program implementation, follow up and reporting process); Processes the applications, prepares appropriate reports, and maintains documentation records associated with the Home and Community Care Block Grant and other funding sources; Administers and oversees programs provided through sub-contracts related to Adult Day Care/Day Health and monitors these agencies to insure compliance with the North Carolina Division of Aging standards; Assists with programs and/or activities at the Senior Center; Coordinates all certification, accreditation and/or licensing efforts for the Department of Aging; Performs related tasks as required. Knowledge. Skills And Abilities: Thorough knowledge of the principles, rules, materials and equipment requirements associated with older adult programs; the philosophy and objectives of older adult programs and leisure needs, psychology and sociology, and of personal health and hygiene; ability to develop and implement program standards and objectives outlined by administration; organize and coordinate a variety of older adult-oriented programs; ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinate employees; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, subordinate staff, associates and the general public. Furthermore, this employee should possess a good understanding of the resources available, and/or agencies that provide aging related services. Education And Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in social work, human services, sociology, gerontology or a related field and considerable experience in a related human service field. Some experience in supervision and working with others. Previous experience in grant writing, implementation and reporting/follow up preferred. Experience in the field of public relations and marketing. Experience administering/coordinating committees and boards preferred. Special Requirements: Ability to work independently and in a group setting, with minimal supervision a must. Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the state of North Carolina. CPR and first aid certification. (Training will be provided for CPR and first aid to qualified personnel.). ~-