Guardian Training Program Coordinator - #ARS00057

Title: Guardian Training Program Coordinator - #ARS00057

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II

Hiring Range: Anticipated salary starting mid $70,000's to mid $90,000's

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept for Aging & Rehab Svcs

Location:Aging & Rehab Svcs

Agency Website:https://www.dars.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

If you want to work with a dynamic team that is committed to ensuring older Virginians and their caregivers have the support they need, then the Division for Community Living at DARS is the place for you!

Job Duties:

"Telework is limited"

The Division for Community Living (DCL) within the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), in collaboration with community partners, provides and advocates for resources and services to improve the employment, quality of life, security and independence of Virginians with disabilities and their families. DCL receives substantial funding from the Commonwealth to augment federal programs and to offer additional programs to people with disabilities.

This position will be responsible for managing the Guardian Training Program, including:

• Developing and providing training for Virginia guardians.
• Providing policy and programmatic guidance.
• Responding to inquiries from the public regarding guardianship requirements and resources.
• Developing and maintaining the guardian training platform and website.
• Collaborating with community partners regarding guardianship in Virginia.

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:

Knowledge/Experience:

• Training in social work, human services, or related field with extensive policy and/or legal experience.
• Demonstrated experience in identification of and research in policy issues, and interpretation and analysis of laws, regulations, and programmatic policies.
• Experience with distilling complex concepts into understandable and usable information.
• Proficiency in designing, planning, managing, and completing multiple projects on schedule.

Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a variety of professionals and with the public.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, and policies.
• Ability to develop and deliver policy, procedural, and other training to individuals with varying levels of program knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with colleagues at all levels, diverse groups of people inside and outside the organization, and to lead or participate on project teams or committees.
• Ability to analyze information, draw conclusions, and develop and implement a planned course of action.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Additional Considerations:

• License to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Working knowledge of Virginia guardianship laws.
• Working knowledge of state and federal programs and public benefits, including those specifically targeted to individuals with intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, serious mental illness, traumatic brain injury, and dementia.
• Familiarity with the work of Virginia's community services boards (CSBs) and local departments of social services (LDSS).
• Proficient in the use of PC software applications, including WORD, EXCEL, TEAMS, and ADOBE Pro.
• Knowledge of or experience with the requirements, policies, and procedures for state procurement and purchasing.
• Proficient in managing program funding and expenditures.

Special Instructions:

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia's New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information:

Name: Human Resources

Email: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.