Item 3.F-July 11, 2014
ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE
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Incumbent(s) Name (if applicable):
Position #(s):
Current Title:
Current Range:
(JCC: )
Department: Sanford Center for Aging
College/Division: Vice President, Health Sciences
Account #(s): 1311-103-0022 (Sanford Center Endowment and UNR Foundation Accounts)
Action Proposed: (check all that apply)
(X) New position: Proposed Range: 4
Proposed Title: Associate Director, Community and Social Services
(Sanford Center for Aging)
( ) Title Change, Proposed Title:
( ) Proposed Reassignment from Range
to Range
( ) Revised PDQ only (no change in range or title)
JCC (Current
( ) Line of Progression (show titles below)
or new HR
Range:
assigned):
I certify that the statements in this description are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
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Employee’s Signature
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Date
I/we have reviewed the statements in this form and they accurately reflect the job assignments.
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Immediate Supervisor’s Signature Peter Reed, Director, Sanford Center for Aging
Date
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Director/Chair/Dean Thomas Schwenk, Vice President, Health Sciences/Dean, SOM Date
Approved for Salary Placement Committee review
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Pres / Vice Pres / Vice Prov Signature Stacy Burton, Vice Provost, Faculty Affairs Date
Action Approved by the Provost/President (Completed by Faculty HR):
67581 Range:
4
Pos #(s):
JCC:
EEO: 3D
Eff: 7/1/2014
Approved Title: Associate Director, Community and Social Services
(Sanford Center for Aging)
Employee signs on “final” stamped approved PDQ and sends to HR for personnel file.
Employee Signature:_______________________________________________ __________________
Date
Printed Name: ____________________________________________________
Rev: 10/1/2012
Position Description – Associate Director, Community and Social Services (SCA)
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1. Summary Statement: State the major function(s) of the position and its role in the
university. Attach an organizational chart with positions, ranges, and names for the division
which reflects the position in it as well as those supervised in the department. (This section is
used for advertisement of the position.)
The Associate Director of Community and Social Services serves in a leadership role in the Sanford
Center for Aging (SCA) and the interdisciplinary Sanford Center Geriatric Clinic. The individual
provides direction to the portfolio of community outreach programs offered by the SCA with three
project coordinators (administrative faculty) as direct reports. The responsibilities within the Clinic
include leading comprehensive psychosocial assessment, planning, community referrals, and
navigation services to elders across Northern Nevada. The position directs community and social
services for the SCA Geriatric Clinic, supervises program coordinators for SCA community outreach
programs, and teaches gerontology-relevant courses for the School of Social Work. The Associate
Director reports to the Director of SCA, and collaborates with the Director of Social Work regarding
teaching responsibilities (with an adjunct or clinical appointment in School of Social Work).
2. List the major responsibilities, including percentage of time devoted to each. Provide
enough detail to enable a person outside the department to understand the job (percentage
first with heading and then bulleted information).
60% - SCA Geriatric Clinic Community and Social Services Management
 Participate in the planning and launch of the SCA Geriatric Clinic
 Coordinate team of clinical social workers and interdisciplinary providers (faculty/students) in
delivering assessments, care planning and community referral
 Develop and maintain a clearinghouse of community support and service referral partners
(including maintaining active Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) and partnership
agreements)
 Work directly with the SCA Director to assure all staffing and clinical space and equipment
needs are sufficiently met
20% - SCA Community Outreach Programs Coordination
 Be directly involved in decisions related to the planning, development, oversight, and
monitoring for multiple SCA community outreach programs and related funder relations
 Assure the production of timely reports, accurate analyses and the attainment of grant goals
 Supervise staff and provide oversight of state-funded Senior Outreach Services (SOS)
 Supervise staff and provide oversight of state-funded Medication Therapy Management (MTM)
 Supervise staff and provide oversight of federally-funded Retired and Senior Volunteer
Program (RSVP)
 Participate in writing proposals for current and future funding of existing and new programs
20% Teaching and Service in School of Social Work (SW)
 Instruct students of every level in gerontology relevant courses for School of Social Work (e.g.,
SW 361 Healthcare of Diverse Aging Populations; SW 463 Social Work & Health Care:
Underserved Populations; SW 498 Ethics & Aging, etc.)
 Advise and mentor students in a clinic setting from a range of disciplines in completing their
service learning requirements for the Gerontology Minor and Certificate offered by the Sanford
Center
 Participate in SW faculty meetings and other relevant departmental service, as determined
collaboratively between the Director of Social Work and the Director of SCA
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3. Describe the level of freedom to take action and make decisions with or without
supervision and how the results of the work performed impact the department, division and/or
the university as a whole.
Level of Freedom:
The Associate Director leads the psychosocial and community-based services offered by SCA, both
within the Geriatric Clinic and through community outreach programs, and is central in the Clinic
planning effort, and ultimately is a clinical leader in providing supervision and coordination of all
aspects of the SCA Geriatric Clinic’s psychosocial and community services. Using good professional
judgment, the position is authorized to make all decisions relating to geriatric assessment and care
coordination services, in consultation with the SCA Director and Clinic team, which will be essential to
the success of the initiative.
Impact:
Overall, the position is highly complex, both in terms of knowledge, skills and impact both on the
community and University. It is also a highly visible position in terms of community relations. The
reputation of SCA on campus, in the community and across Nevada, will be determined by the
successful development, launch and maintenance of high-quality clinical services. The work of the
Associate Director directly impacts the success of the initiative. Further, continuation of funding for all
community programs is dependent upon the quality and quantity of efforts. Effective grant
management directly impacts the Center’s relationship and reputation with funding agencies.
Providing supervision to grant-funded staff to assure the production of timely reports, accurate
analyses and the attainment of grant goals is essential. In addition, the efficient management and
promotion of programs and clinical services directly benefits the welfare of elders and the public
through better service and awareness. The quality of work performed, as achieved through the
leadership capacity of this position, brings recognition to the University as a whole .
4. Describe the knowledge, skills (to include cognitive requirement and verbal and written
communication), and abilities (to include task complexity, problem solving, creativity and
innovation) essential to successful performance of this job (in bullet format).
Knowledge of:
 Gerontology, for teaching as well as provision and promotion of community-based programs
 A body of professional knowledge in the field of clinical social work
 Psychosocial assessments in a clinical setting
 Care planning and community referrals as part of Clinic team
 Program development and management
 Grant proposal and budget development, as well as grant writing to procure grants and
contracts from local, state, federal, and other resources for funding programs and projects
 Community relations development and engagement
 State and federally funded grants administration
 Budget development and planning, financial analysis and fiscal management plans
 State and Federal laws and regulations relating to position, e.g., Family Educational Rights
and Privacy Act (FERPA)
 Professional ethics and standards for providers as stated by applicable professional
organizations, e.g., American Clinical Social Work Association (ACSWA), American
Counseling Association (ACA), etc.
Skills:
 Supervisory skills, including an ability to teach and mentor staff and university level students
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills, using American Psychological Association
(APA) and Modern Language Association (MLA) guidelines
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Collaborative leadership skills and approach
Proficiency in use of a personal computer and current software applications including but not
limited to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and email)
Interpersonal and human relations skills
Customer service skills and commitment
Ability to:
 Understand and interpret contractual language regarding scope of work and formalized
policies, guidelines, rules, and regulations
 Ensure production of timely reports, accurate analyses, and the attainment of grant goals
 Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
 Maintain accurate up-to-date records
 Work with diverse populations and be sensitive to age, gender, disabilities, and cultural and
ethnic diversity issues
 Positively motivate and direct administrative staff toward a common goal and create a strong
teamwork orientation
 Be committed to the educational, research, outreach and service mission of SCA and the
University
5. Describe the type of personal contacts encountered in performing the duties of the job.
Explain the nature and purpose of these contacts: i.e., to provide services, to resolve
problems, to negotiate.
Internal
SCA, Geriatric Clinic,
Gerontology Academic Program,
and School of Social Work staff
and academic faculty
Students
Reason for Contact
To collaborate on offered programs and social work / gerontology
education and lead the psychosocial assessments, planning and
community referrals as part of the Clinic team
External
Community organizations for
elder services
Reason for Contact
Maintain active partnerships for cross-referral of clients and
connecting clients with community support programs in external
agencies
To administer grants and provide progress reports; to gain future
funding for programs
State and Federal agencies
To teach gerontology related courses; to advise and mentor
students in a clinic setting from a range of disciplines in completing
their service learning requirements
6. Indicate the minimum qualifications which are necessary in filling this position should it
become vacant. Please keep in mind the duties/responsibilities of the position rather than the
qualifications of the incumbent.
a.
Minimum educational level, including appropriate field, if any.
Master’s Degree in Social Work and a Doctorate Degree in a related field from a
regionally accredited institution
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b.
Minimum type and amount of work experience, in addition to the above required
education necessary for a person entering this position.
Master’s Degree in Social Work and a Doctorate degree in a related field and two
years of experience leading the psychosocial assessment, planning, and community
referrals as part of a gerontology or geriatric clinic team
Preferred Licenses or Certifications: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
c.
Indicate any license or certificate required for this position.
None