Reporting to the Vermont Chapter Executive Director, the Director of Programs position is responsible for the successful planning and delivery of programs and services, utilizing a volunteer delivery model with trained and supported volunteers delivering a majority of our community education and support group programs. Care and support efforts support of the Alzheimer’s Association’s Common Program Plan and in accordance with the National strategic implementation plan. The position is based in the Williston, VT office but serves the entire state, working with volunteers where possible to deliver education programs, support groups, safety services and early stage programs. Some evening and weekend hours are required. The Chapter is responsible for follow up to appropriate Helpline calls and need for care consultations and will work with the staff resources of the MA/NH Chapter to deliver on these services.
- Provide leadership and oversight to ensure effective integration of strategic tactics to support the Common Program Plan, including planning, promoting, budgeting, data analysis and evaluation.
- Sets strategic direction for programs and services delivery in collaboration with the Executive Director.
- Develops and supervises an annual work plan for programs and services in alignment with the National Alzheimer Association's strategic plan to meet the needs of the Vermont Chapter’s territory.
- Recruit, train, coach and supervise program volunteers prioritizing support group facilitators, community educators and early stage social engagement
- Within the professional community, expand and manage community outreach including community education, physician outreach, support services and early stage engagement. Work with the Chapter Executive Director and collaborate with New England Alzheimer’s Association colleagues to engage clinicians and health care systems to improve the quality of care delivered to families living with dementia.
- With the general public, serve as local point of contact for information and referrals for persons living with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia and their caregivers.
- Represent the Association at public events, conferences, workshops and media events.
- Assure integration of program planning and implementation efforts across the organization, linking programs and services with public policy, volunteer recruitment, and development.
- 3-5 years’ leadership experience implementing and delivering community based programs including needs assessment, program development, delivery and management.
- 3-5 years’ experience working in Alzheimer's or dementia field preferred.
- Proven success in building strong and productive work teams, successfully using volunteers for program delivery and community engagement and nurturing community relationships.
- Knowledge and familiarity with Vermont’s aging community and senior resource networks.
- Knowledge of risk management issues related to health care. I.e. high risk callers and adult victims of abuse/neglect.
- Familiarity with fundraising and grant management.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Chrome and social media platforms.
- Ability to travel throughout state in private, insured vehicle.
- Ability to lift at least 35 pounds.
KEY PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Superior motivator (written and verbal) with the ability to encourage others to maximize potential and achieve challenging organization goals.
- Strategic decision making skills, demonstrating effective cost/benefit (trade-off) analysis and reflecting process oriented solutions.
- Goal and outcome focused, reflecting a clear appreciation of both the needs of the client populations and the organization’s operational limits.
- Ability to motivate and collaborate, particularly as this pertains to working with volunteers.
- Superior self-management skills, including the ability set clear goals, organize projects, establish and manage budgets, develop work processes and supervise professionals.
- Ability to build effective relationship networks (internally and externally), including supporting others to enthusiastically work towards common objectives.
- Appreciation of cultural and ethnic diversity, especially with respect to outreach to underserved communities.