Title: Money Follows the Person Project Director - Limited Service

Application Deadline Date: 09/02/2026

Req ID: 55602

Department: Disabilities Aging & Independent Living

Location:

Waterbury, VT, US

Position Type: Limited Service

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $33.53

Maximum Salary: $52.55

Overview

The Money Follows the Person (MFP) program is a federally funded demonstration project within the Adult Services Division of DAIL that helps older Vermonters and Vermonters with disabilities transition from hospitals and nursing homes to homes in their communities. The MFP project Director administers and monitors the MFP Demonstration Grant and is responsible for staff Supervision. The director participates in collaborative program policy and development within the Adult Services Division, other state agencies, and local services providers. Monitors contracts with community-based organizations and provides program content expertise through technical assistance and training. The director identifies gaps in the Long-Term Care Medicaid system of care and works to address the gaps and improve services. Federal reporting, data analysis, and creativity in developing solutions are every day aspects of this role. Performs other related duties as required.

The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail while also being able to see the system as a whole, technical writing skills, technical skills with excel and ability to learn new software programs, an understanding of Long Term Care programs, a growth mindset, and a desire to learn. The position is located in Waterbury, and some telework may be an option. This position reports to the Adult Services Division Assistant Director.

Please apply online with a cover letter and resume.

Who May Apply

This position, Money Follows the Person Project Director - Limited Service (Job Requisition #55602), is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Erin.Oalican@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed primarily in a standard office setting. Meetings with community organizations will require significant travel, for which private means of transportation must be available. Some pressure from deadlines may be anticipated. Some work outside of normal office hours may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree or higher AND two (2) years or more at a professional level working with services to the elderly and/or disabled.

OR

Bachelor's degree AND four (4) years or more at a professional level working with services to the elderly and/or disabled.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with home- and community-based programs.
Experience working with Medicaid programs.

Special Requirements

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, pursuant to 20 V.S.A. 2056c or other applicable statutory authority, requires criminal record checks for all AHS positions, including motor vehicle driving record checks and national record checks where appropriate.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Low cost group life insurance
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.