OVERVIEW OF ATHENA:

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are currently recruiting for an EMS for Children (EMS-C) Program Manager. This coordinates all activities and reports under the Federal (HRSA) EMS for Children State Partnership Grant. This full-time position pays $­­­­32.57/hr, and is located in Providence, RI,

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work with the EMS education Coordinator and pediatric subject matter experts to improve pediatric patient care within Rhode Island pre-hospital EMS agencies and hospital emergency departments.


• Ensure that EMSC performance measure program activities are on track and that implementation targets are met.


• Assist the Project Director with preparing grant applications and completing required reporting for the US Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) EMS for Children State Partnership Grant.


• Participate in pediatric-related committees and working groups supporting EMSC grant requirements and performance measures.


• Hold an active role in and attend all EMSC Advisory Board meetings.


• Serve as a liaison between the RI Department of Health (RIDOH) Center for EMS (CEMS), RI EMS agencies, and RI hospital emergency departments that participate in the activities of the EMSC program.


• Under the direction of the CEMS Chief and Deputy Chief, assist in preparing and planning prehospital care components of the state’s disaster plan, mass casualty contingency plans, and pre-hospital care protocols related to pediatric care. Assist in exercises to evaluate such plans.


• Attend training courses and conferences with topics that include pediatrics and


• Assist with Center for EMS projects, including, but not limited to, annual reports, quarterly newsletter development, data reports.


• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication, organizational, decision-making, and leadership skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.


• Strong communication skills, including written, verbal, and public speaking.


• Strong attention to detail.


• Ability to work with a team and independently.


• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.


• Ability to multitask and be flexible.


• Highly motivated.

Education and Experience:

Physical Requirements:

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:

• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.


• You like to make your employer look good.


• You find solutions, where others only see problems.


• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.


• You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.


• You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.

The benefits of working for ATHENA include:

· Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.

· Medical, dental and vision insurance available for full- time employment  

· Health Savings Account

· Pet insurance.

· 401k with a generous employer match.

· ATHENA paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee.

· Additional Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee, spouses, and children.

· Short and Long Term Disability.

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

· Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.

· Sick leave varies by state – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required.  The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position.  Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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