Louisiana Department of Health's (LDH) Office of Aging and Adult Services (OAAS) is seeking an Assistant Secretary who will serve as an agent for innovation while directing all operations of OAAS and continuing to grow the continuum of care for older adults and persons with adult-onset disabilities. OAAS administers a portfolio of over 10 programs that provide facility and community-based long-term care, adult protective services (APS), and other supports and services to older adults and/or persons with disabilities. The position oversees a budget of over $55 million and a staff of over 400, as well as being responsible for the operation of and/or the management of access to over $1 billion in Medicaid long-term care services.
Responsibilities include collaboration with community stakeholders; compliance with federal and state regulations; providing leadership and oversight for programs; personnel management; budget preparation and management; and establishing office policies, goals, and objectives consistent with the vision and strategic goals of the Louisiana Department of Health.
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