Program Support Coordinator

Program Support Coordinator

The Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) a cabinet-level agency within the executive branch of the Ohio state government. The director of ODA is a member of the Governor's cabinet, serving as principal advisor and advocate for 2.8 million older adults and their families. Through services, supports, and activities that cover a wide spectrum of issues, ODA strives to achieve its mission to foster sound public policy, research, and initiatives that benefit older Ohioans.

ODA is the federally designated agency responsible for developing and administering multi-year state plans that advocate for, and provide assistance to, older Ohioans and their families. In addition to the centralized functions, the agency designates and contracts with community providers and a network of 12 Area Agencies on Aging, who manage a wide array of federal and state-funded supportive services. These services assist older adults to live as independently as possible; promote healthy aging and active community involvement; and support family members in their vital care giving role.

To promote the agency's vision of Ohio - the best place to age in the nation, ODA actively collaborates with consumers, stakeholders from key associations, government, and the public. The independent Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman and the Board of Executives of Long-Term Services and Supports are also located within ODA.

Our core values are:

• Promote Independence - Provide resources that foster independence and autonomy throughout the lifespan.
• Empower Communities - Deliver sustainable, relevant solutions that empower communities to act within the best interest of their elders.
• Challenge Ageism - Promote new perspectives of aging that challenge the traditional declinist narrative.
• Advocate for Excellence - Advocate with and for Ohio's elders to ensure their voices are heard and their needs are met.
• Engage in Innovation - Engage the aging network by staying innovative, flexible, and attentive to the evolving needs of our partners and stakeholders.

Elder Connections Division (ECD) staff develop and manage a comprehensive and coordinated system of community services for older adults and people with disabilities. The services and supports they oversee are funded through the federal Older Americans Act along with other state, federal and local dollars. Older Americans Act services include meals, nutrition, transportation, caregiver support, disease self-management and other supportive services. In addition, the division collaborates with Area Agencies on Aging, other state agencies, providers and local partners to develop health, wellness and prevention programs throughout the aging network. Their focus is on evidence-based models of disease self-management, injury prevention and general health and wellness, such as the HEALTHY U and STEADY U initiatives.

Further your career with an agency that values advocacy, collaboration, and purpose. As the Program Support Coordinator, you'll be managing grant funding sources; working with Aging staff, other State and local agencies, and the public to offer guidance, support, and other resources. By offering a comprehensive compensation package, flexible hours, and hybrid-work options, Aging prioritizes work/life balance, ensuring your energy can be best spent contributing to our mission of making Ohio the best place to age in the nation.

This position will:

• Manage operational responsibilities and processes to support program administration, including, but not limited, to Older Americans Act programs and other healthy aging initiatives
• Coordinate grant agreements and contracts
• Serve as the "front door" of the Elder Connections Division (ECD) by responding to inquiries from program staff and constituents
• Plan events, trainings, and meetings related to the Elder Connections Division, including, but not limited to, Older Americans Act programs
• Maintain content for ECD webpages
• Offer technical support for software and databases

Our ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge and experience:

• Grants Management
• Office Management
• Training Development
• Public Relations
• Budgeting

Experience with Agency Policies and Procedures, Government Structure and Process, and/or Public Relations is valued.

Ability to:

• Provide effective customer service
• Take initiative & implement innovative ideas
• Be accountable for one's actions or inactions
• Embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility
• Seek continuous educational opportunities

Completion of undergraduate core program in social or behavioral science, health or pre-medicine or comparable field; 18 mos. exp. in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider.

• Or completion of graduate core program in social or behavioral science or medicine-related or comparable field; 6 mos. exp. in delivery of human services, health care services or medical assistance in governmental, community or private human support services agency or medical provider.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.