What are the responsibilities and job description for the Designated Coordinator/Designated Manager position at J&K Comfort Home?
Our mission at J&K Comfort Home is to provide a safe and caring environment that promotes opportunities for individuals of all abilities to live as independently as possible in their community.
Qualifications
In order to qualify as the Designated Coordinator as defined in Minnesota Statute Chapter 245D.081, you must meet one of the following requirements:
1. A baccalaureate 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.
2. An associate 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.
3. A diploma in a field related to human services, and three years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older.
4. 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 requirements identified in (1) to (3) above.
Job Duties
- Maintain positive relationships with case managers and other provider agencies as needed to provide smooth service delivery and function.
- Serve as a point of contact for county staff, clients, families, guardians, and program employees.
- Process new client intakes, current client renewals, and meet with clients are their home or other agreed upon location.
- Mentor staff to support clients on how to complete essential living skills independently and ensure their needs are met.
- Responsible for program management, ensuring the duties of the Designated Coordinator are met according to state statute, and that all staff members are aware of and follow the various pieces of each client’s care plan.
- Comply with all regulations and manage according to the policies, procedures, and parameters of the program.
- Design and implement support programs aligned with individual and family goals.
- Oversee Program Coordinators, ensuring community engagement for those in our care.
- Ensure adherence to Service and Support Plans through staff training and assessment.
- Provide ongoing training to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and guide their growth.
- To qualify as a designated manager in addition to the designated coordinator qualifications, you must have three years of experience providing supervising staff in a related setting.
Pay will be based on previous experience
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.16 - $21.16 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Isanti, MN 55040 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Isanti, MN 55040: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $21