Part-Time Business Development & Government Relations Specialist

Glen Park Senior Living; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Glen Park Senior Living is looking for a Government Relations Specialist to advocate for senior living policies and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. This position focuses on networking with government agencies and community organizations to enhance care for seniors, especially in Los Angeles and Ventura County. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree related to public administration or social work and experience in government relations.

Benefits

$500 Hiring Bonus for Full-Time

$250 Hiring Bonus for Part-Time

Qualifications

• Experience in a government relations or community outreach role, preferably within healthcare.
• In-depth knowledge of government programs and funding sources for senior care.
• Strong relationship-building skills with government agencies.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify government funding opportunities for senior care.
• Establish relationships with government agencies and community organizations.
• Ensure compliance with regulations pertaining to government funding.

Skills

Networking

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Health Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Government Relations Specialist

Unlock Your Future with Us! $500 Hiring Bonus for Full-Time; $250 for Part-Time!

Glen Park Senior Living is seeking a strategic and community-driven Government Relations Specialist to support our mission of providing compassionate care to seniors. This role will focus on building and maintaining relationships with local, state, and federal agencies, advocating for senior living initiatives, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.

Join our team and help us foster a supportive, healthy, and thriving environment for our residents while advancing policies that make a real difference in their lives.

Job Summary:
The Government Relations Specialist will focus on identifying and leveraging government funding and programs beneficial to our Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) in Los Angeles and Ventura County. The role includes networking with referral sources from government agencies that assist seniors and individuals with developmental disabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Funding and Program Identification: Research and identify government funding opportunities and programs that can support the facility’s operations and enhance the services provided to residents, particularly focusing on seniors and individuals with developmental disabilities.
2. Networking and Partnership Development: Establish and maintain relationships with government agencies, non-profits, and community organizations in Los Angeles and Ventura County that serve as referral sources for seniors and the developmentally disabled.
3. Compliance and Advocacy: Ensure that the facility complies with all regulations pertaining to government funding and programs. Advocate for favorable policies and resources that align with the facility’s mission and the needs of its residents.
4. Resource Coordination: Coordinate with internal teams to effectively utilize government resources and programs. Ensure that residents and their families are informed and can access the available support.
5. Community Outreach: Represent the facility in community events, forums, and meetings, focusing on building a network of government and community-based support for seniors and the developmentally disabled.
6. Reporting and Analysis: Monitor the effectiveness of government-funded programs and partnerships. Provide regular reports to management on progress, challenges, and opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Health Administration, Social Work, or a related field.
• Experience in a government relations or community outreach role, preferably within the healthcare, senior living, or disability services sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of government programs and funding sources relevant to senior care and developmental disability services.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills, particularly with government agencies and community organizations.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational abilities.

Location: Must be willing and able to travel frequently at our Glendale location