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Working Title: Designated Manager

Job Class: Group Supervisor Assistant

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 83275

• Location : Brooklyn Park

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 01/17/2025

• Closing Date : 01/30/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Human Services Dept

• Division/Unit : Direct Care and Treatment – Community Based Services / Minnesota State Operated Community Services

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift; hours may vary depending on the needs of the program

• Days of Work : Varies; may include weekends and holidays

• Travel Required : Yes, travel between sites

• Salary Range: $31.19 - $45.24 / hourly; $65,124 - $94,461 / annually

• Classified Status : Unclassified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Candidates may be eligible for up to a $2,500 hiring bonus!*

This posting will be used to fill a permanent, full-time (80 hours), Direct Care position within DHS Community Based Services sites within Brooklyn Park and Richfield, MN.

Minnesota State Operated Community Services (MSOCS) is seeking a dedicated human services professional to supervise and lead direct care staff employed in two (2) residential homes that support individuals with a mental health diagnosis and/or cognitive and intellectual disabilities and related conditions. The GSA will supervise all staff and will be responsible for hiring, performance evaluations, assignment of work duties and scheduling, investigations, including disposition of disciplinary actions and all other performance related duties at the sites. This position may also be assigned to manage programmatic functions and/or other duties, as needed, to ensure licensing compliance both for the physical plant and 245.D licensing requirements.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise, monitor and engage staff so that employees effectively perform assigned job duties and achieve the objectives of the program/unit/section/division.

• Provide direct care services to MSOCS residential individuals to ensure that the residential program is in compliance with state and federal regulations.

• Work in collaboration with the Designated Manager to ensure development, implementation, monitoring and modification of individualized programs are appropriate to effectively integrate individuals into the community.

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with the local community.

*Current State of Minnesota Employees are not eligible for the hiring bonus.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1 year supervisory experience in a therapeutic, residential or corrective environment;

OR

• 2 years lead work or experience in a therapeutic, residential or corrective environment providing counseling, rehabilitative patient care, or direction of client care programs.

AND

Must meet the qualifications to be a Designated Coordinator:

• Bachelor’s 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; OR

• Associate’s 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; OR

• A diploma in a field related to human services from an accredited postsecondary institution and three years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; OR

• 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 or older under the supervision of a staff person who meets the qualifications in one of the categories above.

Candidates must also minimally meet these required qualifications:

• Must have a valid Driver’s License

• Must be 18 years of age

Preferred Qualifications

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

• A minimum of three (3) years of supervisory-level experience in a program providing direct support services or vocational services to individuals with disabilities or who are at least 65 years old.

• Multi-site supervisory/management experience.

• Understanding of behavior analysis.

Experience:

• Leading trainings on topics related to care for adults with disabilities.

• Working with individuals with active symptoms of a psychiatric diagnosis.

• Working with individuals with higher-level behavioral issues.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.