{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"602eaadbfc5fe5d43750aa6d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/602eaadbfc5fe5d43750aa6d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/602eaadbfc5fe5d43750aa6d","title":"Program Implementation SME","description":"Gritter Francona is looking for a Program Implementation SME that will provide senior-level implementation expertise to support the design, launch, management, evaluation, and scaling of an Elevated Risk Care Management (ERCM) Pilot focused on improving the coordination and effectiveness of suicide prevention-related care for Veterans at elevated risk.The Program Implementation SME will support the implementation of new projects and programs identified by senior leadership and will provide expertise across the full pilot lifecycle, including Concept, Explore, Design, Implement, Evaluate, and Spread phases. Projects may be VHA-wide or localized to one or multiple VHA program offices.The SME will provide strategic and operational support for implementation management, performance improvement, strategic performance measurement, programmatic outcomes, resource planning, and evaluation. The position will help establish linkages between VA-wide strategic goals and program-level outcomes and will ensure that implementation activities are aligned with organizational priorities, performance targets, programming, budgeting, and evaluation requirements.The Program Implementation SME will work closely with Government program leads, senior leadership, clinical and operational stakeholders, pilot sites, and contractor personnel to translate strategic objectives into executable implementation plans and measurable outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Implementation and ExecutionProvide senior-level subject matter expertise in implementing complex healthcare programs and initiativesSupport implementation of new projects and programs identified by VHA senior leadershipDevelop and execute comprehensive implementation strategies, plans, schedules, milestones, and performance targetsCoordinate implementation activities across national, regional, and local stakeholders, as applicableSupport implementation of the ERCM Pilot across three selected sites and prepare the program for phased national expansionEnsure implementation activities are aligned with approved program objectives, strategic priorities, and operational requirementsIdentify implementation barriers, dependencies, resource constraints, and risks and develop mitigation strategiesSupport transition from planning and design activities to operational implementation and sustainmentPromote consistent implementation while accounting for differences in local operating environmentsRelease and Implementation ManagementLead or support release management and implementation activities associated with new programs, processes, workflows, tools, and capabilitiesDevelop implementation readiness criteria, launch plans, deployment schedules, and transition strategiesCoordinate implementation dependencies across program offices, clinical teams, operational stakeholders, and supporting organizationsTrack implementation readiness, launch activities, stabilization, and post-implementation performanceIdentify and resolve implementation issues that may affect program performance, schedule, scope, or outcomesSupport development of implementation toolkits, standard operating procedures, workflow guidance, training resources, and other operational materialsEstablish repeatable implementation processes that can be leveraged during phased national expansionElevated Risk Care Management PilotSupport implementation of the ERCM operating model designed to improve coordination of suicide prevention-related care for Veterans at elevated riskCoordinate implementation activities related to Veterans identified through multiple pathways, including REACH VET, Risk ID, PDE, SPED, post-event outreach, and Veterans Crisis Line-related requestsSupport efforts to minimize redundant outreach and improve coordination among Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP) teams, Mental Health Treatment Coordinators (MHTCs), suicide prevention personnel, and other clinical teamsAssess implementation readiness and operational requirements at participating sitesSupport development and refinement of current-state and future-state workflowsIdentify opportunities to improve program integration, accountability, care coordination, and follow-upDocument implementation lessons learned and incorporate findings into program refinement and scale-up strategiesStrategic Performance ManagementSupport development and implementation of strategic performance measures that demonstrate progress toward program objectivesEstablish linkages between VA-wide strategic goals, VHA priorities, programmatic activities, and measurable outcomesDevelop performance targets, indicators, milestones, and outcome measures in collaboration with Government leadershipMonitor performance against established targets and identify areas requiring corrective action or additional supportDevelop performance dashboards, reports, scorecards, and executive-level briefingsAnalyze performance trends and provide recommendations to improve program outcomesEnsure performance measurement is integrated into program implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement activitiesPPBE/MFR and Resource AlignmentApply in-depth knowledge of Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) and Management and Financial Reporting (MFR) processes to support program implementation and performance managementSupport alignment of program objectives, implementation activities, resources, programming, budgeting, and performance outcomesAssist leadership in identifying resource requirements and priorities necessary to achieve program goalsSupport development of programmatic information and documentation required for budget, resource, and performance decision-makingEvaluate relationships among program activities, resource allocation, strategic objectives, and expected outcomesIdentify opportunities to improve the linkage between investments, implementation activities, and measurable program performanceSupport preparation of executive-level materials related to program performance, resource requirements, and strategic prioritiesStrategic Planning and Program IntegrationSupport senior leadership in translating strategic priorities into executable programs and implementation activitiesAssist in development of program strategies, implementation roadmaps, performance frameworks, and operational plansIdentify opportunities to integrate related initiatives and reduce duplication across programsSupport coordination among VHA program offices when initiatives span multiple organizational componentsEnsure implementation activities are aligned with broader VA and VHA strategic goalsFacilitate integration of program implementation, performance measurement, evaluation, budgeting, and strategic planningIdentify opportunities for improved programmatic outcomes through enhanced coordination and integrationImplementation Evaluation and Continuous ImprovementSupport development of evaluation strategies that measure implementation effectiveness, program performance, and outcomesCoordinate with evaluation specialists to ensure implementation data are captured and used for continuous improvementReview implementation performance and identify lessons learned, barriers, and opportunities for refinementSupport development of evidence-based recommendations for continuation, modification, or expansion of programsIncorporate evaluation findings into implementation strategies and future deployment plansEstablish mechanisms for ongoing performance monitoring following implementationNational Healthcare Program ImplementationProvide expertise in implementing healthcare programs within a large-scale integrated healthcare systemSupport national implementation strategies that account for differences among facilities, regions, program offices, and operational environmentsDevelop scalable implementation approaches that can be adapted for phased deploymentSupport identification of initial expansion sites based on operational similarity, readiness, resources, and program needsDevelop transition strategies that move programs from pilot implementation to broader operational deploymentSupport sustainment planning and continuous performance monitoring following national implementationStakeholder Coordination and Leadership SupportWork closely with Government program leads, senior leadership, clinical stakeholders, program offices, and implementation teamsFacilitate working sessions, implementation planning meetings, IPT activities, and leadership reviewsPrepare executive-level briefings, decision documents, implementation plans, performance reports, and recommendationsCommunicate complex programmatic, strategic, operational, and financial information clearly to senior stakeholdersIdentify stakeholder concerns and implementation barriers and develop strategies to address themProvide timely recommendations to leadership regarding implementation priorities, risks, performance, and resource requirementsTechnical Documentation and DeliverablesDevelop high-quality implementation plans, roadmaps, performance reports, dashboards, briefing materials, operating procedures, and transition documentationPrepare materials appropriate for executive review, field implementation, and operational useMaintain comprehensive documentation of implementation activities, decisions, risks, performance measures, and lessons learnedDevelop standardized implementation tools and templates to support consistency across sitesSupport development of national implementation toolkits and transition materialsRequirementsMaster's degree from an accredited institution in healthcare administration, public health, business administration, health services, organizational management, public administration, or a related fieldMinimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in healthcare program implementation, program management, strategic planning, performance management, or a related disciplineMinimum of five years of experience with PPBE/MFR processesPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) or Veterans Health Administration (VHA)Direct experience with VA/VHA PPBE and MFR processesExperience implementing programs across a large integrated healthcare system such as VHAFamiliarity with VA suicide prevention programs and processes, including REACH VET, Risk ID, PDE, SPED, post-event outreach, and Veterans Crisis Line-related requestsExperience working with BHIP teams, MHTCs, suicide prevention teams, or multidisciplinary clinical organizationsBenefitsHealth Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)Short Term & Long Term DisabilityTraining & Development","company":"Gritter Francona","rawCompany":"gritter 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Projects may be VHA-wide or localized to one or multiple VHA program offices.The SME will provide strategic and operational support for implementation management, performance improvement, strategic performance measurement, programmatic outcomes, resource planning, and evaluation. The position will help establish linkages between VA-wide strategic goals and program-level outcomes and will ensure that implementation activities are aligned with organizational priorities, performance targets, programming, budgeting, and evaluation requirements.The Program Implementation SME will work closely with Government program leads, senior leadership, clinical and operational stakeholders, pilot sites, and contractor personnel to translate strategic objectives into executable implementation plans and measurable outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Implementation and ExecutionProvide senior-level subject matter expertise in implementing complex healthcare programs and initiativesSupport implementation of new projects and programs identified by VHA senior leadershipDevelop and execute comprehensive implementation strategies, plans, schedules, milestones, and performance targetsCoordinate implementation activities across national, regional, and local stakeholders, as 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Evaluation and Continuous ImprovementSupport development of evaluation strategies that measure implementation effectiveness, program performance, and outcomesCoordinate with evaluation specialists to ensure implementation data are captured and used for continuous improvementReview implementation performance and identify lessons learned, barriers, and opportunities for refinementSupport development of evidence-based recommendations for continuation, modification, or expansion of programsIncorporate evaluation findings into implementation strategies and future deployment plansEstablish mechanisms for ongoing performance monitoring following implementationNational Healthcare Program ImplementationProvide expertise in implementing healthcare programs within a large-scale integrated healthcare systemSupport national implementation strategies that account for differences among facilities, regions, program offices, and operational environmentsDevelop scalable implementation approaches that 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to leadership regarding implementation priorities, risks, performance, and resource requirementsTechnical Documentation and DeliverablesDevelop high-quality implementation plans, roadmaps, performance reports, dashboards, briefing materials, operating procedures, and transition documentationPrepare materials appropriate for executive review, field implementation, and operational useMaintain comprehensive documentation of implementation activities, decisions, risks, performance measures, and lessons learnedDevelop standardized implementation tools and templates to support consistency across sitesSupport development of national implementation toolkits and transition materialsRequirementsMaster's degree from an accredited institution in healthcare administration, public health, business administration, health services, organizational management, public administration, or a related fieldMinimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in healthcare program implementation, program 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