Designated Coordinator

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota; Moorhead (MN); In loco; USD 44.000 - 53.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota in Moorhead is seeking a designated coordinator to oversee residential homes serving individuals with disabilities and older adults, ensuring safety, health, and independence.

You will supervise direct support professionals, coordinate behavioral and medical services, and maintain compliance with regulatory standards while managing schedules and budgets. A strong leadership background and CPR/First Aid certification are valued.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree plus 1 year direct care experience or equivalent education paths.
• Direct care experience with individuals with disabilities or adults 65+.
• Education/training alternatives with supervised direct care experience accepted.

Mansioni

• Direct care: provide hands-on support and monitoring.
• Oversee residential homes serving 4+ individuals with meals and supplies.
• Coordinate care to achieve person-centered outcomes and safety.
• Supervise direct support professionals with training and guidance.
• Ensure compliance with 245D requirements and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with behavioral analysts, therapists, and medical staff.
• Manage budgets, documentation, and communications with agencies.
• Provide 16 hours of hands-on support plus additional hours as needed.

Conoscenze

Team Player

Leader

Detail Oriented

Dedicated

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in a human services field

Associate degree in a human services field

Diploma in a human services field from an accredited postsecondary institution

50 hours of education/training in human services and disabilities

Descrizione del lavoro

Annual Salary of $48,500

Shifts:

Although the hours for this position are primarily Monday-Friday, the expectation is that you will be available as needed for emergencies and to meet the needs of the program.

Designated Coordinator Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a human services field + 1 year of fulltime direct care experience with individuals with disabilities or adults age 65+.
• Associate degree in a human services field + 2 years of fulltime direct care experience.
• Diploma in a human services field from an accredited postsecondary institution + 3 years of fulltime direct care experience.
• OR a minimum of 50 hours of education/training in human services and disabilities + 4 years of fulltime direct care experience under qualified supervision.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will assure each individual is provided guidance, encouragement, support, comfort, security, and safety through relationship building. You will advocate that each individual's health and wellness needs are met and that they are accomplishing their outcomes, hopes, and dreams by promoting independence in performing essential life skills. You will monitor and assure the administration of medication and medical treatments as prescribed by physicians. You will monitor and maintain each individual's plan and financial records per regulation and program policies and procedures.

Designated Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Program Oversight: Direct responsibility for one or more residential homes serving 4+ individuals which includes but is not limited to ensuring healthy meal options, supply and grocery fulfillment, accounts payable processing, etc.
• Service Delivery: Ensure person-centered outcomes while safeguarding health and safety through effective coordination of support.
• Team Leadership: Guidance and supervision of direct support professionals, including training, coaching, and performance management.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance: Monitoring adherence to 245D requirements, organizational policies, and regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: Partnering with behavioral analysts, therapists, medical professionals, and community stakeholders to align support.
• Direct Care: Providing a minimum of 16 scheduled hours in handson support, with additional hours as needed to meet program requirements.
• Staffing and Shift Coverage: Oversight and management of team member schedules and open shift coverage.
• Administrative Duties: Managing budgets, documentation, and communication with regulatory agencies and organizational leadership.

Additional Requirements:

• Current CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certification (may be obtained after hire).
• Training in supervisory skills, team building, and leadership.
• Background Study (BGS) clearance.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an Alive Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us!

Qualifications

Behaviors

• Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
• Leader - Inspires teammates to follow them
• Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Financial - Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement
• Flexibility - Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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