Designated Coordinator - Sub-Contracted Foster Care

• Posted on November 5, 2026

• West Saint Paul, MN 55118, USA
• Hybrid
• Direct Care
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: DESIG
  002685

We began providing residential services to individuals living with disabilities in 1977, and in 1984 became the first non-governmental entity in Minnesota to offer waiver case management. By delivering exceptional client care and creating a work culture that celebrates the employees who turn our mission into action, Thomas Allen has grown to employ more than 500 people and provide contracted services for more than 20 counties across Minnesota.

Annually, we deliver a wide variety of services to more than 10,000 individuals of all needs, abilities, and ages - from infants to elders. Our services include waiver case management, community living services, care coordination, respite care, and community-based residential programs.

We are seeking a Designated Coordinator who resides in the St. Cloud, Alexandria, or surrounding areas to support our subcontracted foster care providers throughout west-central and northwest-central Minnesota. This position requires regular travel to provider homes and monthly visits to our West St. Paul office.

FLSA Status: Part-time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

FTE: 0.5 (20 hours per week to start, with potential to become full-time)

Hiring Range: $24.00 - $28.20 USD Hourly DOE

As a Designated Coordinator for Subcontracted Foster Care, you will play an essential role in ensuring individuals living in licensed adult foster care homes receive high-quality, person-centered services that support their independence, safety, and overall well-being.

In this role, you will partner with subcontracted foster care providers, case managers, and interdisciplinary support teams to coordinate individualized services, provide guidance and oversight, and ensure compliance with Minnesota licensing requirements.

You will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with providers and individuals served while using your organizational skills, knowledge, and problem-solving abilities to make a lasting impact. This position offers a high level of independence, variety in your workday, and the opportunity to support quality services across multiple communities.

• Build positive, collaborative relationships with subcontracted foster care providers, individuals served, case managers, and interdisciplinary support teams.
• Ensure person-centered services are delivered in accordance with individual needs, goals, preferences, and support plans.
• Develop, review, and maintain required service documentation, including Individual Abuse Prevention Plans, Self-Management Assessments, Support Plan Addendums, Service Outcome Plans, and Service Plan Review Reports.
• Coordinate and facilitate annual, progress, and special needs meetings in collaboration with case managers, day programs, foster care providers, and other support team members.
• Assist with referrals, admissions, and the coordination of required documentation and meetings for individuals entering services.
• Conduct monthly onsite visits to subcontracted foster care homes to monitor service delivery, provide guidance, and support quality outcomes.
• Provide and document training and oversight for subcontracted foster care providers, ensuring training aligns with the individualized needs and service plans of the people they support.
• Monitor compliance with Minnesota 245D requirements, the Positive Support Rule, applicable adult foster care licensing requirements, and agency policies.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date…