Application Guide

How to Apply for Associate Director, Integrated Care

at National Council on Aging

🏢 About National Council on Aging

The National Council on Aging is unique as a national leader specifically focused on equitable aging initiatives, with a bold goal to improve lives for 40 million older adults by 2030. Working here means contributing directly to systemic change in aging services through policy advocacy and program implementation that addresses health disparities among vulnerable older populations.

About This Role

This Associate Director role involves co-coordinating technical assistance on Medicare/Medicaid programs while developing integrated care management tools that directly impact low-income older adults. You'll be analyzing federal policy developments from CMS and translating complex regulations into actionable guidance for stakeholders across the aging network.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve coordinating with partners on Medicare Savings Program training needs, analyzing recent CMS guidance for implications on dual-eligible beneficiaries, and collaborating with the tech team on the integrated care management tool's pilot implementation. You'd likely spend time developing resource materials that translate complex policy changes into actionable steps for community organizations serving older adults.

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🎯 Who National Council on Aging Is Looking For

  • Has 5-7 years of hands-on experience with Medicare Savings Programs, MIPPA implementation, and ACL programs, not just general healthcare knowledge
  • Can demonstrate specific experience with Medicaid eligibility rules for older adults and people with disabilities, including dual-eligibility complexities
  • Possesses both policy analysis skills (tracking CMS rulemaking) and practical implementation experience (developing training materials and online tools)
  • Has exceptional facilitation skills for translating complex Medicare/Medicaid information to diverse stakeholders including older adults and community organizations

📝 Tips for Applying to National Council on Aging

1

Quantify your experience with Medicare Savings Programs - specify how many programs you've worked with, states covered, or populations served

2

Highlight any experience with MIPPA (Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act) implementation specifically, as mentioned in requirements

3

Demonstrate remote collaboration skills by mentioning experience coordinating technical assistance virtually across multiple locations

4

Include examples of developing both training materials AND technical documentation - show the range of your communication abilities

5

Reference NCOA's 'equitable aging' focus by highlighting experience with vulnerable populations or health disparity reduction

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your direct experience with Medicare Savings Programs and Medicaid eligibility rules for older adults - be specific about states, programs, or populations', 'Examples of translating complex policy changes (like CMS rulemaking) into practical guidance for stakeholders', 'Experience developing or implementing online tools for care management or service delivery', "Alignment with NCOA's mission to improve lives of 40 million older adults by 2030 through equitable initiatives"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → NCOA's current initiatives under their 'Path to 2030' goal - particularly their equitable aging focus areas
  • → Recent NCOA publications or position statements on Medicare, Medicaid, or dual-eligibility policy changes
  • → The organization's network structure and how they deliver technical assistance to local partners
  • → Current federal policy developments affecting Medicare Savings Programs or Medicaid for older adults
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your experience implementing Medicare Savings Programs - what challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?
2 How would you develop training materials about dual-eligibility for community organizations with varying technical expertise?
3 Describe a time you had to analyze a CMS rule change and communicate its implications to non-technical stakeholders
4 What experience do you have with piloting and scaling online tools or platforms for aging services?
5 How would you approach providing technical assistance on Medicaid waivers to organizations in different states with varying rules?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Using generic healthcare experience without specifically addressing Medicare Savings Programs, MIPPA, or Medicaid rules for older adults
  • Focusing only on policy analysis without demonstrating practical implementation or training development experience
  • Failing to show understanding of the unique needs of low-income older adults and health equity considerations

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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