Director of 245D

Accord

. Provide direct leadership over Accord's 245D-licensed Employment, Day Support, and Family Support programs .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeSaint Paul • Minnesota • United StatesLead💰 $80,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading 245D-licensed programs, including Employment, Day Support, and Family Support, while ensuring compliance with licensing standards and fiscal management. Proven ability to mentor leaders, manage budgets, and utilize data-driven decision-making to enhance service delivery.

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245D Program ManagementLeadership DevelopmentFinancial AcumenData AnalysisEHR Systems Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Program DevelopmentBudgetingForecastingData ManagementPerson-Centered Planning

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationMentoringPerformance Management

Tools & Technologies

GSuiteExcelEHR SystemsData WarehouseThird-Party Analytics

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Human ServicesSocial Work License (Minnesota)

Industry Keywords

Human ServicesDisability ServicesCommunity Needs AssessmentAccreditation StandardsEntrepreneurial Operating System (EOS)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct leadership over Accord's 245D-licensed Employment, Day Support, and Family Support programs
Ensure services reflect community needs, follow best-practice and evidence-based models, and remain fiscally viable
Report directly to the EVP, Integrator
Lead and develop the Managers of Employment, Day Support, and Family Support
Apply the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and its tools to align program initiatives with organizational objectives
Supervise managers and provide regular feedback, guidance, and resource support
Plan, develop, implement, and grow existing and new 245D programs
Measure, manage, report, and drive employee productivity using EHR, Data Warehouse, and other data tools
Seek new funding sources and maintain relationships with funders
Prepare annual budgets and provide fiscal oversight, forecasting, and expenditure authorization
Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to inform decisions
Develop and implement processes complying with 245D licensing, accreditation standards, laws, regulations, and administrative rules
Promote best practices in service delivery, including person-centered planning and personal empowerment
Collaborate across teams to monitor and evaluate programs, policies, and procedures
Work with Quality & Training to identify and meet training needs
Communicate, implement, and interpret agency-wide policies and procedures
Direct staff selection, training, supervision, performance management, and evaluation
Mentor leaders and build leadership pipelines and succession plans
Represent the agency to supported individuals, community partners, and external constituents
Collaborate with people at all organizational levels
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant human services field required; Master's Degree preferred
Social Work degree holders are required to be licensed by the Minnesota Board of Social Work
Minimum of 8 years of work experience in human services working with people living with disabilities
Experience across multiple 245D program types, including Employment, Day Support, Family Support, or similar
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity
Experience leading other leaders/managers, not only direct staff
Demonstrated financial and business acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and funder relationship management
Proficiency in GSuite, Excel, EHR systems, and third-party analytics
Availability to travel locally for work, with limited overnight travel possible

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
Optional coverages
403b with employer match
Employer-paid basic life insurance
Employer-paid Short-Term disability
Employer-paid Long-Term disability
PTO
9 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
Paid volunteer time
Employee wellness program
$2,500 annual tuition assistance
Mileage reimbursement
PSLF-eligible employer
Opportunities for advancement within the company