Institute on Aging
Program Development Specialist
Institute on Aging, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
IOA is on the forefront of revolutionary healthcare models, reshaping the way people can age in place. Our innovative models transform lives, enhance communities, and save healthcare systems millions of dollars. Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design, we strive to consistently question the "status-quo" and create new and more innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities maintain their quality of life.
With over 23 programs, we offer multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health, well-being, independence and participation in the community, fulfilling our mission. The Program Development Specialist provides support to the Elder Abuse Prevention program team. Under the leadership of the Lead Supervisor of Consultative Services, they are tasked to support IOA's elder abuse prevention initiatives in Northern California, including San Francisco's Elder Abuse Prevention, San Francisco Elder Abuse Forensic Center, High Risk Self Neglect, and Elder and Disability Death Review Team.
This includes leading the Elder and Disability Death Review Team (EDDRT), supporting its day-to-day operations, soliciting, and selecting cases for presentation, and facilitating EDDRT meetings virtually and/or in person.
With the support of the Lead Supervisor of Consultative Services, Sr. Program Development Specialist, and Program Coordinator, they will replicate the success of the Forensic Center and High Risk Self Neglect meetings in the development expending and execution of the Elder and Disability Death Review Team. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Supports drafting and submission of monitoring reports for all DAS, APS, and private contracts; additional reporting responsibilities as assigned Aid in compliance with all program goals, objectives, and reporting requirements for the Elder Abuse Prevention, Forensic Center, High-Risk Self Neglect programs, and Elder and Disability Death Review Team Plan, coordinate, promotes, executes, and facilitates EDDRT meetings Represents IOA at meetings, conferences, and hearings Develops and presents trainings on topics of interest to older adults, persons with disabilities, other professionals, law enforcement, and the larger community Initiates collaboration with agencies and networks representing BIPOC & underserved communities such as AAPI, LGBT, undocumented, and veteran elders Assists with planning of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day commemoration activities in San Francisco. Partners with APS, DAS, and IOA marketing staff on bringing awareness of elder abuse topics through social media outlets, flyer distribution, and other media outlets. Educates professionals, including health and social service providers, judges, law enforcement officers, and the public about elder abuse by giving presentations. Speaks at professional forums, events, and to the media when needed. Design's training curricula for law enforcement, domestic violence advocates, and social service providers on elder abuse detection, prevention, and response. All other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Three (3) years of advocacy, social service, or elder abuse prevention experience. Bachelor's degree in social work, public administration, public health, gerontology, or a related field, with extensive related work experience; JD or Master's degree preferred. Thorough knowledge of elder abuse prevention, including resources and programs. Skills in program planning, development, and implementation. Leadership skills in fostering collaboration between diverse agencies, organizations, and disciplines. Ability to mobilize professionals from diverse fields to solve critical issues. Skills in designing training curricula for professionals from diverse fields. Excellent public speaking and verbal communication skills. The ability to understand complex and technical data (research findings, legislation, professional practice) from a wide variety of disciplines (criminal justice, civil law, mental health, geriatrics, etc.) and translate it for general audiences. Bilingual in Spanish or Chinese is a plus. COMPENSATION:
Range: $ 68,000 - 72,000/Annual This amount is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education and other factors. This range does not include any additional equity, benefits, or other non-monetary compensation which may be included Institute on Aging reserves the right to revise job descriptions or work hours as required.
Beware of Hiring Scams
We are aware that some third parties have reposted our job listings in an attempt to scam applicants. Please be cautious and only apply through our official channels.
Institute on Aging will never request payment or sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers during the hiring process. All official communication will come from a verified IOA email address. If you receive any suspicious communication or requests, report them to
talentacquisition@ioaging.org . All legitimate job openings can be found on the Institute on Aging Careers Page.
We encourage you to learn more about IOA by visiting us here.
IOA reserves the right to adjust work hours or duties when appropriate.
Institute on Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Institute on Aging is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and providing equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neuro-diversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
With over 23 programs, we offer multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health, well-being, independence and participation in the community, fulfilling our mission. The Program Development Specialist provides support to the Elder Abuse Prevention program team. Under the leadership of the Lead Supervisor of Consultative Services, they are tasked to support IOA's elder abuse prevention initiatives in Northern California, including San Francisco's Elder Abuse Prevention, San Francisco Elder Abuse Forensic Center, High Risk Self Neglect, and Elder and Disability Death Review Team.
This includes leading the Elder and Disability Death Review Team (EDDRT), supporting its day-to-day operations, soliciting, and selecting cases for presentation, and facilitating EDDRT meetings virtually and/or in person.
With the support of the Lead Supervisor of Consultative Services, Sr. Program Development Specialist, and Program Coordinator, they will replicate the success of the Forensic Center and High Risk Self Neglect meetings in the development expending and execution of the Elder and Disability Death Review Team. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Supports drafting and submission of monitoring reports for all DAS, APS, and private contracts; additional reporting responsibilities as assigned Aid in compliance with all program goals, objectives, and reporting requirements for the Elder Abuse Prevention, Forensic Center, High-Risk Self Neglect programs, and Elder and Disability Death Review Team Plan, coordinate, promotes, executes, and facilitates EDDRT meetings Represents IOA at meetings, conferences, and hearings Develops and presents trainings on topics of interest to older adults, persons with disabilities, other professionals, law enforcement, and the larger community Initiates collaboration with agencies and networks representing BIPOC & underserved communities such as AAPI, LGBT, undocumented, and veteran elders Assists with planning of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day commemoration activities in San Francisco. Partners with APS, DAS, and IOA marketing staff on bringing awareness of elder abuse topics through social media outlets, flyer distribution, and other media outlets. Educates professionals, including health and social service providers, judges, law enforcement officers, and the public about elder abuse by giving presentations. Speaks at professional forums, events, and to the media when needed. Design's training curricula for law enforcement, domestic violence advocates, and social service providers on elder abuse detection, prevention, and response. All other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Three (3) years of advocacy, social service, or elder abuse prevention experience. Bachelor's degree in social work, public administration, public health, gerontology, or a related field, with extensive related work experience; JD or Master's degree preferred. Thorough knowledge of elder abuse prevention, including resources and programs. Skills in program planning, development, and implementation. Leadership skills in fostering collaboration between diverse agencies, organizations, and disciplines. Ability to mobilize professionals from diverse fields to solve critical issues. Skills in designing training curricula for professionals from diverse fields. Excellent public speaking and verbal communication skills. The ability to understand complex and technical data (research findings, legislation, professional practice) from a wide variety of disciplines (criminal justice, civil law, mental health, geriatrics, etc.) and translate it for general audiences. Bilingual in Spanish or Chinese is a plus. COMPENSATION:
Range: $ 68,000 - 72,000/Annual This amount is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education and other factors. This range does not include any additional equity, benefits, or other non-monetary compensation which may be included Institute on Aging reserves the right to revise job descriptions or work hours as required.
Beware of Hiring Scams
We are aware that some third parties have reposted our job listings in an attempt to scam applicants. Please be cautious and only apply through our official channels.
Institute on Aging will never request payment or sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers during the hiring process. All official communication will come from a verified IOA email address. If you receive any suspicious communication or requests, report them to
talentacquisition@ioaging.org . All legitimate job openings can be found on the Institute on Aging Careers Page.
We encourage you to learn more about IOA by visiting us here.
IOA reserves the right to adjust work hours or duties when appropriate.
Institute on Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Institute on Aging is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and providing equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neuro-diversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.