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!
Looking for a motivated person who has experience working with people with disabilities to find and keep competitive employment.
245D knowledge and experience is required.
This position will oversee Bemidji, Moorhead, Brainerd and Rochester locations.
Job Summary:
As the Statewide Director of Employment First Services, you will participate as a member of the team, fostering an environment which supports individuals in Employment Services.
You will oversee operations of multiple programs statewide and ensure quality services are delivered to people in Employment Services as well as manage the daily activities for Employment First Services, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Waiver Employment Service programs, and state contracts and grants.
In addition, you will manage CARF requirements to ensure continuation of funding, coordinate and complete the Extended Employment program and Performance Based Vocational Rehabilitation billing.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a field related to Human Services and one year of experience or a combination of education and/or lived experience in the field of Human Services equal to five years of service, meeting 245D requirements for a Designated Manager.
Minimum of three years experience with employment services/workforce development or working with individuals who have mental health barriers to employment and staff supervision in grant funded programs.
CPR certificate, First Aid (when required), and medication administration training required - can be obtained after hire.
Training in supervisory skills, team building, and leadership.
Background study (BGS) clearance is required.
Driver's license required.
Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record required.
Use of personal vehicle for agency business; requires dependable vehicle, and insurance meeting legal requirements.
Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of community resources and job development strategies.
Creativity, flexibility, and problem-solving skills.
Prefer prior experience in managing program outcomes, grant writing, and developing program budgets.
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.
35(c)
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