Designated Coordinator

Redwood Family Care Network•Cass Lake, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Designated Coordinator is responsible for supervising services for individuals with disabilities across one or more specific programs and locations, typically overseeing one to four consumers. This role involves direct care and support services, staffing, financial management, physical plant oversight, and consumer and community relations. The position requires flexibility to supervise services across all hours and shifts, with availability to respond to emergencies at all times. As a supervisor, the Designated Coordinator is responsible for overseeing Assistant Designated Coordinators, Direct Care Staff, and other service personnel. A primary responsibility is to protect and promote the health, safety, and well-being of the people served. This is an hourly, full-time position, with hours determined by the needs of the consumers and the home.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred and 18 years of age older
One year serving people with developmental disabilities
CPR/First Aid (provided)
Crisis intervention training (provided)
Skilled in written and oral communication, community relations and service development
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of behavior management principles, designated development, and monitoring techniques
Demonstrated ability in areas of leadership, personnel, employee training, and public relations
Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets insurability requirements as defined by the Company’s insurance carrier
Knowledge and understanding of applicable Federal and State regulations
Eligible as determined by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and the Department of Human Services
Alternatively, a 4-year degree and 1 year FTE direct care
Alternatively, a 2-year degree and 2 years FTE direct care
Alternatively, a Diploma (accredited postsecondary) and 3 years FTE direct care

Responsibilities

Supervise services for people with disabilities within one or more specific programs
Supervise services for one to four consumers and may supervise several locations
Responsible for direct care and support services for consumers in their assigned designated(s) staffing, financial management, physical plant, and consumer and community relations
Remain flexible to allow for direct supervision of services during all hours and all shifts
Be available at all hours to respond in the event of an emergency
Supervise Assistant Designated Coordinators, Direct Care Staff, and other service personnel assigned
Protect and promote the health, safety, and well-being of the people served