Vocational Associate Program Director – 245D Supervisor

TA Placement Partners

. Supervises the assigned team of Employment Support Specialists and Community Support Specialists .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeEdina • Minnesota • United StatesLead💰 $52,500 - $58,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supervising and leading teams of Employment Support Specialists and Community Support Specialists while ensuring compliance with regulations and achieving positive outcomes for clients. Possesses strong skills in resource management, employee training, and maintaining consumer records in accordance with data privacy regulations.

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Team SupervisionCompliance ManagementDirect Care ServicesHuman Services EducationResource Management

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Hard Skills

Direct Care ServicesCompliance MonitoringResource ManagementEmployee TrainingData Privacy Regulations

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationTeam BuildingProblem SolvingPositive Work Environment

Tools & Technologies

Google CalendarCompany Web Portal

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s LicenseUp To Date Auto Insurance

Industry Keywords

Human ServicesEmployment SupportCommunity SupportVulnerable AdultsDisabilities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervises the assigned team of Employment Support Specialists and Community Support Specialists
Secures competitive employment for clients and assists clients in maintaining employment
Assists clients in developing and maintaining life skills to access and participate in community activities
Functions as an interim Employment Support Specialist when necessary
Oversees compliance with established policies, regulations, practices, and procedures
Manages resources to achieve positive outcomes and financial return on investment
Ensures assigned clients have opportunities to achieve desired employment and/or day support outcomes consistent with their support plans
Provides leadership to staff in support of the company mission
Monitors changes in applicable governmental regulations and statutes and implements required changes
Maintains consumer records and ensures compliance with data privacy regulations
Issues reports and maintains required records
Represents the company at ID Team Meetings and information meetings applicable to assigned consumers
Completes the Google calendar by Monday at 9 AM and updates it throughout the week
Enters daily hours worked through the company web portal
Directly supervises up to 6 employees
Hires, trains, and supervises assigned program staff
Ensures timely and fair employee evaluations
Minimizes staff turnover and fosters a positive work environment
Ensures compliance with company, program, and governmental requirements for supervised employees and consumers
Manages authorized units and program-related costs to optimize service delivery and financial return on investment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Valid Driver’s License
Up to date Auto Insurance
Maintain acceptable motor vehicle report
Meets ONE of the following minimum requirements of Designated Coordinator per MN Statue 245D.081:
A baccalaureate degree in a field related to human services, education, or health and one year of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older, or equivalent work experience providing care or education to vulnerable adults or children
An associate degree in a field related to human services, education, or health and two years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older, or equivalent work experience providing care or education to vulnerable adults or children
A diploma in a field related to human services, education, or health 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 equivalent work experience providing care or education to vulnerable adults or children
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 and older under the supervision of a staff person who meets the stated qualifications

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance reimbursement
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program