Washington State
DSHS HCLA TBI Support Group Program Manager
Washington State, Walla Walla, Washington, United States
DSHS HCLA TBI Support Group Program Manager
Join the Department of Social and Health Services’ Home and Community Living Administration (HCLA) as the TBI Support Group Program Manager. This role was created under HB 1848 (2025). As the administration’s designated subject matter expert, you will lead statewide initiatives that establish and maintain peer‑led and community‑based support groups for individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and their families. You will also proactively secure federal funding, conduct public‑awareness campaigns, and manage contracts and budgets tied to the 12T TBI account under RCW 74.31. Responsibilities
Design and lead a statewide public‑awareness campaign highlighting the availability and benefits of in‑person peer support groups. Manage and oversee a portion of the HB1848‑mandated TBI budget, ensuring at least 30% of expenditures are dedicated to in‑person support groups. Lead contract development and management, including procurement, negotiations, monitoring, and compliance for TBI support group providers. Serve as liaison to the Washington State TBI Council, implementing recommendations and aligning program delivery with legislative priorities. Analyze program outcomes, track performance metrics, and recommend improvements to strengthen service delivery. Collaborate with the TBI Community Services Program Manager and other state, nonprofit, and community partners to coordinate initiatives and ensure program success. Establish, maintain, and evaluate statewide peer‑led and community‑based TBI support groups, ensuring equitable access across urban and rural regions. Proactively seek, apply for, and secure federal funding opportunities to expand TBI support services in alignment with the Statewide TBI Comprehensive Plan. Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in planning, health or social science, public administration, or related field (experience in administering home and community‑based services may substitute year for year). Five years of experience in project management and administering home and community‑based supportive services for people with disabilities. Demonstrated experience or knowledge of TBI communities, including working with people with TBI and/or lived experience. Experience in program development and implementation. Experience in contract development and management. Experience working with diverse communities and/or underserved populations. Demonstrated experience convening partner groups and/or facilitating meetings. Strong analytic and problem‑solving skills with the ability to make critical decisions and follow through. Application
Please complete the application and attach the following: A current resume Letter of interest, outlining how your qualifications match what we are looking for Three professional references with current contact information Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725‑5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7‑1‑1 or 1‑800‑833‑6384.
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Join the Department of Social and Health Services’ Home and Community Living Administration (HCLA) as the TBI Support Group Program Manager. This role was created under HB 1848 (2025). As the administration’s designated subject matter expert, you will lead statewide initiatives that establish and maintain peer‑led and community‑based support groups for individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and their families. You will also proactively secure federal funding, conduct public‑awareness campaigns, and manage contracts and budgets tied to the 12T TBI account under RCW 74.31. Responsibilities
Design and lead a statewide public‑awareness campaign highlighting the availability and benefits of in‑person peer support groups. Manage and oversee a portion of the HB1848‑mandated TBI budget, ensuring at least 30% of expenditures are dedicated to in‑person support groups. Lead contract development and management, including procurement, negotiations, monitoring, and compliance for TBI support group providers. Serve as liaison to the Washington State TBI Council, implementing recommendations and aligning program delivery with legislative priorities. Analyze program outcomes, track performance metrics, and recommend improvements to strengthen service delivery. Collaborate with the TBI Community Services Program Manager and other state, nonprofit, and community partners to coordinate initiatives and ensure program success. Establish, maintain, and evaluate statewide peer‑led and community‑based TBI support groups, ensuring equitable access across urban and rural regions. Proactively seek, apply for, and secure federal funding opportunities to expand TBI support services in alignment with the Statewide TBI Comprehensive Plan. Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in planning, health or social science, public administration, or related field (experience in administering home and community‑based services may substitute year for year). Five years of experience in project management and administering home and community‑based supportive services for people with disabilities. Demonstrated experience or knowledge of TBI communities, including working with people with TBI and/or lived experience. Experience in program development and implementation. Experience in contract development and management. Experience working with diverse communities and/or underserved populations. Demonstrated experience convening partner groups and/or facilitating meetings. Strong analytic and problem‑solving skills with the ability to make critical decisions and follow through. Application
Please complete the application and attach the following: A current resume Letter of interest, outlining how your qualifications match what we are looking for Three professional references with current contact information Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725‑5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7‑1‑1 or 1‑800‑833‑6384.
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