Hope Center Director (Macon, GA)
Description
Pay Grade: O
Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
- Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
- Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
- Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
- Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
Job Responsibilities
North Central Health District (NCHD) seeks an experienced, enthusiastic, and innovative leader for the Hope Center, a Ryan White Part B and Part C funded clinic charged with providing medical care, dental services, and case management to individuals living with HIV/AIDS. Hope Center also includes a housing program for people living with HIV/AIDS, COMPASS Pharmacy, and transportation services to appointments. Hope Center currently serves over 1,200 patients, the majority from the 13 counties comprising the North Central Health District. With approximately 40 employees and a budget of over $5 million annually, NCHD invites health care professionals with excellent managerial skills to apply for the position of Hope Center Director. Our goal is to meet the physical, mental, and social needs of HIV/AIDS patients while working to end HIV in Central Georgia through linkage-to-care, retention-in-care, excellent medical care, and strong case management.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leads the Hope Center team:
- Leads the Hope Center team by example with dedication, integrity, and a commitment to developing each member of the team to their highest potential.
- Provides leadership to the managers and staff at Hope Center. Manages staff to ensure appropriate support of all departments.
- Oversees the overall operation of Hope Center and supervises managers responsible for clinical care, business administration, quality management, housing program, and facility management collaborating with District Health Director and district leadership.
- Collaborates with the District Health Director, District Program Manager, and District Administrator to achieve the objectives of the Ryan White Program (Parts B & C) and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) program.
- Leads strategic planning for Hope Center ensuring that activities and decisions are data driven.
- In coordination with NCHD leadership and Public Information Officer, serves as primary spokesperson responsible for the public image of Hope Center.
- Represents Hope Center at local, state, and federal required meetings and conferences and serves as the liaison between Hope Center and the state and federal project officers.
- In coordination with NCHD Human Resources and Hope Center managers, manages staff recruitment, selection, orientation, ongoing training, and disciplinary actions.
- With Hope Center management team, creates, manages, and maintains staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage during hours of operation.
- Ensures that there is a plan for orienting and training new staff on their day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Empowers and develops Hope Center managers, supervisors, and employees to their highest potential.
- Participates in the development of Hope Center budgets.
- Provides overall financial oversight for Hope Center in collaboration with District Administrator and Hope Center Fiscal Manager.
- Updates/develops/manages Hope Center internal procedures.
- Coordinates all administrative aspects of the Ryan White grants including preparation and submission of all related grant applications and activity, outcome, and financial reports.
- In collaboration with district leadership, seeks and develops grants and other fund sources to support the operation and growth of Hope Center.
- Serves as lead point of contact for state and federal audits (programmatic and/or financial).
- Coordinates Hope Center participation in the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
- Ensures development of the Quality Management and Quality Improvement Plan.
- Serves as Chair of the Quality Management/Quality Improvement Committee; recruits committee members.
- Develops reports of quality findings and quality program evaluation.
- With QM/QI committee, strives to identify and remove any barriers to improvement.
- Submits all contracts to NCHD Business Office to be reviewed in accordance with the Contracts, MOA/MOU and BAA Policy.
- Oversees physician contract with Mercer University. Coordinates with contract physicians.
- Coordinates contract agreements with healthcare providers to provide services for HIV/AIDS patients not offered on site.
- Oversees pharmacy contract with Maxor. Lead point of contact between Maxor and North Central Health District.
- With the Hope Center Quality Manager, leads the Community Advisory Board and participates in the quarterly meetings.
- Develops and maintains collaborations with other AIDS service organizations and medical institutions.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Three years of management/supervisory experience in health care services OR Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Four years of management/supervisory experience in health care services OR Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND Five years of management/supervisory experience in health care services OR Two years of experience at the lower level Mgr 3, Hlth Care (HCM012) or position equivalent. Note: Some positions may require certification and/or licensure
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with HIV+ population is highly preferred. Experience working within a healthcare setting.
Additional Information
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.
The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in physical activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Employment Information
All approved teleworking employees must reside within the state of Georgia and depending on the responsibilities of the position, must live within reasonable driving distance of the agency’s primary worksite and beable to report to the office when required.
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
Relocation assistance will not be provided.
As an employee of DPH, 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.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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 agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
