Special Assistant/Project Manager - School of Nursing

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Description

The School of Nursing is seeking a Special Assistant, Project Manager to manage the "Advanced Practice Provider Integrated Substance Use Disorder Training Program" (APP-ISTP). The "Advanced Practice Provider Integrated Substance Use Disorder Training Program" (APP-ISTP) is a HRSA-funded, 5-year program (currently in Y2). The APP-ISTP is a 12-month, full time program that will (1) increase the number of advanced practice nurses (APNs) and licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) trained in treating mental illness and identifying, diagnosing, treating, and preventing substance used disorders (SUDs), including medication for opioid use disorder [MOUD]; (2) develop partnerships with community-based primary care clinics and organizations treating and screening for SUD, rural health clinics and organizations, and community based primary care settings to provide care focused on SUD/OUD and mental illness across the life span; and (3) develop or enhance substance use, mental and behavioral health content with cultural and linguistic congruency in didactic and clinical training for APNs and LCSWs, including trauma-informed care, adverse life experiences, and social determinants.

 

As part of the management team, the Project Manager collaborates with senior divisional leadership to manage and execute special projects and to provide business support related to external relations, budget and finance, human resources, and operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for record-keeping, data management, and generating reports for the project leadership team and HRSA while coordinating with a diverse team and clinical partners regarding trainee and preceptor clinical practice schedules. The ability to work independently as well as in a team-based environment is highly valued.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attends meetings with divisional executive leadership, develops and manages work plans, and ensures or facilitates appropriate follow up.
• Drafts key communications such as articles, presentations, reports, and policies.
• Researches strategic intent of, develops agendas for, and prepares materials or presentations for meetings.
• Conducts complex projects requiring comprehensive research and data analysis.
• Collaborates with others to facilitate projects and ensure timelines and action plans are accomplished.
• Provides leadership to project team members and ensures integration of relevant business processes.
• Prepares and assists in budget analyses.
• Participates in long-range financial planning, trending, and budgeting.
• Ensures the integrity and accuracy of financial information and reporting.
• Analyzes data and reports, identifies and summarizes trends, develops executive summaries.
• Represents divisional executive leadership at meetings.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree in business administration or other related field.
• Five years of experience with an emphasis on project management and finance/budget analysis.
• Expertise in use of office technology, including the MicroSoft Suite (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint,) Internet, and e-mail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs.  Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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