Director of Aging and Disabilities – Aging and Disabilities

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Provides highly responsible administrative work to lead the Department
of Aging and Disabilities. The work includes leading and directing the
functions and services provided by the department; policy
development/implementation, strategic planning development and
implementation, HR, service oversight, and operational and fiscal
management of the department. Communicate with elected officials,
community partners, funders and appointed councils. Collaborate and
partner with community organizations, state, and federal agencies to
develop and provide services to meet the needs of the target
populations.

Provide vision and direction for the Department of Aging and
Disabilities, ensure regulatory compliance with regulations and
policies, and promote a client centered culture.

– Development and implementation of strategic plans
– Ensure flexibility in approach to support new and emerging models of
care/service provision
– Ensure that the department is customer centric and focused on
continuous improvement Oversee the local system of care funded with
state, federal and local tax funds for older adults, individuals
with physical and intellectual disabilities, programs and the IDD
network of care.
– Monitor service delivery, review program outcomes, develop new focus
areas, research best practice models and integrate services at the
state and local level.
– Work with staff, advisory councils, community based providers,
stakeholders, and funders to provide oversight, oversee, coordinate,
develop, and implement services.

Community and System Level Engagement and Involvement

– Membership in State Associations, national and local work groups and
committees.
– Maintain active involvement in work groups, teams and contract
negotiation work groups
– Develop annual contract, pursue system changes and grants and new
approaches focused on enhanced services, local, state and national
work groups, develop and negotiate annual contracts with the State
and other funders.
– Maintain positive relationships with community partners,
legislators, staff, funders, and state staff and leadership.
– Advocate for the needs of the populations served including funding
and policy change
– Serve as a resource for elected officials information and assistance
for constituents and to provide testimony when appropriate
– Partner with community providers, state and federal funders, and
universities for research and pilot projects.

Department Guidance, Development, and Management

– Oversee department operations including expenditures, budgets,
service delivery, and quality.
– Provide regular staff supervision for direct reports and management
team to include, feedback, coaching and support.
– Work with department, division and county budget and finance staff
on the annual budgets, budget grant development, implementation, and
modifications during the year.

Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree from an accredited college or
university in Gerontology, Social Work, Psychology, Public
Administration, or a related field. Five (5) years of social service
managerial experience. Per Sedgwick County Policy, this is a driving
level position that requires a valid US drivers license without
restrictions and current proof of automobile insurance.

Preferred Qualifications: Seven years of demonstrated leadership in
social services. Five years of experience in an Aging or Disabilities
organization. Doctorate from an accredited college or university in
Gerontology, Social Work, or Public Administration. Licensed Specialist
Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW).

It is the policy of Sedgwick County not to discriminate in its programs
or services, including employment, on the basis of race, color, sex,
including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation, age,
national origin, ancestry or citizenship, marital status, religious or
political affiliation, genetic information, disability, status as a
member of the uniformed services or any other similarly protected
status.

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pre-employment testing process accessible to qualified persons with
disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you
wish to volunteer information regarding any special assistance you may
need, please contact the Sedgwick County ADA Coordinator at (316)
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