Director, Programs

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Closing Date: 08/24/2026 Type of Position: Management - Operations Job Type: Regular Work Shift:

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No Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.   UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks ( available for benefits eligible positions only ): • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 • Career Training and Educational Opportunities • Merchant Discounts • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Summary of Job Duties: The Director of Caregiving and Dementia Programs provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the UAMS Centers on Aging education programs, including caregiver education, dementia programming, and the Schmieding Home Caregiver Training Program (SHCTP). This position leads the development and implementation of innovative educational initiatives that support older adults, individuals with dementia, family caregivers, healthcare professionals, and students.

As a licensed healthcare professional with an active National Provider Identifier (NPI), the Director supports clinical caregiver education and CMS-funded initiatives, including Principal Illness Navigation (PIN), to advance program sustainability and improve care for individuals living with dementia. The role collaborates with internal and external stakeholders statewide to strengthen partnerships, expand community impact, and promote excellence in geriatric care.

The ideal candidate must be an exceptional team player who is genuinely committed to working collaboratively with others. They must consistently lead by example to inspire staff while demonstrating the humility and flexibility to step back and follow when appropriate. This position requires an innovative individual who is collegial, capable of operating with a high degree of autonomy, and willing to initiate novel programming— including workplace wellness models—while utilizing advanced clinical knowledge and grant management expertise to sustain community-focused geriatric care. To achieve meaningful, cohesive statewide outcomes, the candidate must possess the ability to build seamless, productive relationships with key stakeholders throughout Arkansas and work collaboratively across all other UAMS Centers on Aging (COAs) nodes. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in business, health, or scientific field plus six (6) years of project management experience within a research or community-based setting, including 1 year of supervisory experience required.

• Professional clinical Licenses and/or dementia certification.

• Must complete REACH training and acquire/maintain certification within 3 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: • Geriatric experience.

• Experience working with special needs adults.

• Licensed as an advanced clinician within the state of Arkansas  (APRN, PA, CSW).

Preferred Qualifications: • Master's degree plus four (4) years of clinical experience/interaction with geriatric or aging special needs population, teaching experience, including 1 year of supervisory experience.

• Geriatrics focus on dementia and caregiving experience.

• Geriatric Nurse Practitioner, Adult/Gero Nurse Practitioner

• Grant writing.

• Strong presentation skills.

Responsibilities: • Directs the day-to-day operations, curriculum standards, and strategic growth of the UAMS Centers on Aging (COAs) education section and the Schmieding Home Caregive

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