Designated Coordinator with 2500 Hiring Bonus

Description Pay: Annual Salary of $48,000 $2,000 Hiring Bonus* Job Summary: As a Designated Coordinator, you will oversee the program management for homes supporting individuals with disabilities. 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. In this role, you will also supervise, support, train, and evaluate Direct Support Professionals - teaching them to be the advocates they need to be to support each individual they work with. You will be responsible for accounts payable, payroll records, petty cash/individual accounts, and budget monitoring. You will develop and maintain positive working relationships with counties, families, stakeholders, and community organizations/groups. You will be required to maintain documentation, perform record keeping, and participate in periodic meetings/trainings. 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. Qualifications and Requirements: A bachelor's degree in a field related to Human Services and one year of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; OR An associate's degree in a field related to Human Services and two years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; OR A diploma in a field related to Human Services from an accredited postsecondary institution and three years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; OR A minimum of 50 hours of education and training related to Human Services and disabilities and four years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older under the supervision of a staff person who meets the qualifications identified in clauses 1 to 3. When managing an ICF/MR program, a bachelor's degree (with QDDP designation) is required. Driver's license required. CPR certificate, First Aid (when required), and medication administration training is also required but can be obtained after hire. Training in supervisory skills, team building, and leadership. Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) clearance is required. Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record is required. *To be eligible for a hiring bonus you must meet the following requirements: 40% FTE or greater Remain up to date on all trainings Maintain employment in good standing Work all scheduled shifts Qualifications Behaviors Team Player - Works well as a member of a group Loyal - Shows firm and constant support to a cause 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 Growth Opportunities - Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility 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 Education High School (required) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursua t to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.

Created: 2025-10-28