What are the responsibilities and job description for the Statewide Director for Host Homes position at Lutheran Social Service of MN?
Lutheran Social Service MN 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 rewards employees. Consider joining us!
As the Statewide Director of Host Homes, you will:
- Assist with the plans, development and oversight of the operations and growth of Host Home (HH) Services throughout the state of MN.
- Work closely with Counties to open new areas of service and work collaboratively with the MN Department of Human Services (DHS) to advocate and grow Host home services in MN. Develop Marketing strategies to find Host home contractors.
- Assure 245d services are following all applicable laws and regulations. Service includes a program that operates 24/7, 365.
- Supervise Direct reports land support with supervision of indirect reports all located throughout the state.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Human Service, Education, or Health is required.
- Experience in program development and strategic planning. Experienced in speaking to large groups and small teams.
- Competent to perform the duties as required with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership position, 3 years supervisory level experience in a program providing direct support services to persons with disabilities.
- Driver’s license required.
- Knowledge of provision of service for persons with disabilities, training in supervisory skills, team building, and leadership is required.
- Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) clearance is required.
- Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record required.
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.
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)
