Healthy Aging Specialist

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Key Responsibilities

– Manage Title III‑D evidence‑based health promotion and disease prevention programs to ensure compliance with Older Americans Act requirements and applicable federal guidelines.

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Dept of Health and Human Services

Aging and Adult Services

Human Services Program Consultant I (NS)

60038345

NC14

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

The Healthy Aging Specialist provides statewide leadership and oversight for wellness programs funded through the Older Americans Act, including management of Title III‑D evidence‑based health promotion and disease prevention initiatives and assist Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program activities.

The position ensures compliance with federal and state requirements by developing and interpreting policies, procedures, and service standards; monitoring program performance; and evaluating statewide data to identify underserved and economically vulnerable populations. It collaborates with Area Agencies on Aging, service providers, advisory groups, and other partners to support effective program implementation and continuous quality improvement.

The Healthy Aging Specialist role also responds to program inquiries, oversees provider monitoring activities, and delivers technical assistance to internal and external stakeholders. This position operates within the Aging Services Section of the Division of Aging and Adult Services.

Key Duties Include:
– Manage Title III‑D evidence‑based health promotion and disease prevention programs to ensure compliance with Older Americans Act requirements and applicable federal guidelines.

– Develop and interpret program standards, policies, procedures, and service requirements to support consistent statewide implementation of wellness initiatives.

– Review and update health promotion policies, procedures, and service standards to maintain alignment with program objectives and regulatory requirements.

– Evaluate statewide program data to identify underserved and economically vulnerable populations and inform program planning and resource allocation decisions.

– Analyze quarterly program reports and monitor performance trends related to health promotion and disease prevention services.

– Conduct provider monitoring activities to assess program compliance and support continuous quality improvement efforts.

- Assist the Nutritionist with the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program and by responding to program inquiries from stakeholders and participants.

– Collaborate with internal staff, Area Agencies on Aging, advisory groups, service providers, and community partners to support effective program delivery.

– Provide technical assistance to Area Agencies on Aging and other partners regarding program requirements, policies, and service delivery expectations.

– Coordinate communication and outreach efforts with representatives of community organizations and stakeholder groups to support statewide wellness initiatives.

Requirements

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Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Master's degree in a discipline relative to the program from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of related experience

Bachelor's degree in a discipline relative to the program area from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of related experience

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Tresha Walker

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Wake County, United States

On-site at the office

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