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Job Class: Residential Program Lead

Agency: Human Services Department

+ **Job ID** : 86589

+ **Location** : St. Peter

+ **Telework Eligible** : No

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 06/02/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 06/09/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / DHS St Peter AFSCME

+ **Division/Unit** : St Peter / FMHP North Campus

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Rotating Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Varies

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $25.73 - $32.96 / hourly; $53,724 - $68,820 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME

+ **Work Area** : FMHP North Campus

+ **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

+ 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. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

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.

_*Applicants may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $2,500_** ***

This posting will be used to fill multiple full – time, rotating shift position with some weekend and holiday shifts.

This Residential Lead (HSSS Lead) posting has the work location of: Forensic North Campus

As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, the HSSS Lead provides direct care, treatment, support, and leisure activities to residents of the Forensics Mental Health Program while also providing training for the HSSS staff in the Forensic Mental Health Program.

Day-to-day responsibilities of this position include:

+ Providing care to patients in accordance with the plan of care and under the direction of a licensed nurse while maintaining a therapeutic working relationship with patients.

+ Assist patients in meeting their daily needs and requests, promoting independence when possible.

+ Provide emergency interventions as indicated (CPR, appropriate intervention for imminent risk of harm to self or others) to protect the health and safety of patients, staff, and the public.

+ Protect patients from maltreatment and report any abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation.

+ Maintain a safe environment by following agency policies on Vulnerable Adult laws, security policies, infection control practices, health department standards, Joint Commission standards and other oversight agencies and laws (licensing rules, HIPAA, etc.)

+ Critically review and work to enhance the environment for safety, including maintaining the ability to operate equipment properly and preemptively keep equipment in good repair.

+ Manage crisis situations using the least restrictive/intrusive methods of intervention, and support patients as necessary in emergency interventions.

+ Provide general patient supervision to ensure health and safety of patients, staff, and the public.

+ To objectively document, accurately record, and appropriately communicate information to contribute to quality facility operation.

+ To observe, objectively document, and report patient behavior to assist with the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient treatment plans so that patients receive proper and consistent treatment.

+ Transporting residents, if needed.

+ Train, collaborate and demonstrate a person-centered working environment to new employees and current Human Service Support Specialists.

+ Demonstrate and role model a conflict competent working environment.

The HSSS Lead observes, interprets and documents patient responses to their care plans; and provides direct care services and support to patients to ensure they are well fed, cared for, in good health, and included in decisions, as appropriate. The HSSS Lead uses nonphysical intervention strategies, such as negotiation, redirection, etc., to control and diffuse aggressive/ violent/ inappropriate behavior. The HSSS Lead has knowledge of developmental disabilities and mental illness sufficient to assist with the design and implementation of individual treatment plans and has skills in human relations sufficient to establish rapport with patients, their families and service providers. The HSSS Lead demonstrates effective leadership and person-centered skills with their peers and is a resource for questions and problem solving. The HSSS Lead is also knowledgeable of the laws, rules, regulations and policies governing treatment of vulnerable adults and operation of licensed facilities, as well as the licensure standards that help keep patients at our facilities safe while also protecting their rights.

This is a safe and secure treatment environment. In addition to a paid new employee orientation, we provide ongoing training and continuing education opportunities to keep our staff and organization on the leading edge of advancements in behavioral health care.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Must have a valid Driver’s License

+ Six Months of providing direct care to forensic clients in a therapeutic environment.

+ High School diploma or GED

Ability to:

+ Read, write and speak English.

+ Provide lead work direction to staff in the delivery of health care services, developmental treatment programs, and support services to individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or individuals living with mental illness.

+ Train, schedule, assign work to, and evaluate performance of, other direct care staff in implementing and documenting treatment plans.

+ Communicate verbally and nonverbally with patients to identify physical, emotional and daily living needs.

+ Evaluate need for, order and obtain supplies and equipment sufficient to ensure that medical, programming and housekeeping functions are maintained.

Knowledge of:

+ Licensing standards sufficient to inspect work sites, eliminate safety hazards, conduct periodic emergency and evacuation drills, and establish operating procedures.

+ Laws, rules, regulations, and policies governing treatment of vulnerable adults and operation of licensed facilities sufficient to protect the rights of clients/residents.

+ Therapeutic intervention techniques sufficient to de-escalate aggressive or violent behavior.

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.

+ Three or more years of leadership experience in a direct care setting.

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.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.