Designated Coordinator

Pay

Annual salary of $48,500. $1,000 Hiring Bonus*

As a Designated Coordinator, you will oversee the program management for homes supporting individuals with disabilities. You will provide guidance, encouragement, support, comfort, security, and safety through relationship building, advocate that each individual's health and wellness needs are met, and promote independence in performing essential life skills. You will monitor medication administration and medical treatments, maintain each individual's plan and financial records per regulation and program policies, supervise, support, train, and evaluate Direct Support Professionals, manage accounts payable, payroll records, petty cash, and budget monitoring, and develop positive relationships with counties, families, stakeholders, and community organizations/groups.

You will maintain documentation, perform record‑keeping, and participate in periodic meetings and trainings. Though hours are primarily Monday‑Friday, you will be expected to be available as needed for emergencies and program requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to Human Services and one year of full‑time direct care experience for persons with disabilities or age 65+, or
  • Associate's degree and two years of full‑time direct care experience, or
  • Diploma and three years of full‑time direct care experience, or
  • Minimum of 50 hours of education and training in Human Services and disabilities and four years of full‑time direct care experience under the supervision of a qualified staff member.
• If managing an ICF/MR program a bachelor’s degree with QDDP designation is required.
• Driver's license.
• CPR certificate, First Aid (if required), and medication administration training (can be obtained after hire).
• Training in supervisory skills, team building, and leadership.
• Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) clearance.
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record.

• 40% FTE or greater
• Remain up to date on all trainings
• Maintain employment in good standing
• Work all scheduled shifts

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 a supportive, positive, and fun workplace with careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.