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State of Minnesota

Change Management Team Lead / Human Services Program Consultant

State of Minnesota, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199


Job DetailsWorking Title:

Change Management Team LeadJob Class:

Human Services Program Consultant

Agency:

Children Youth & Families Dept

Job ID:

81507

Location:

St. Paul

Telework Eligible:

Yes

Full/Part Time:

Full-time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Who May Apply:

Open to all qualified job seekers. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 11/14/2024.

Date Posted:

11/08/2024

Closing Date:

11/14/2024

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:

Children Youth & Families Dept / DCYF Central Office

Division/Unit:

DCYF/ Child Safety and Permanency Administration/ Continuous Quality Improvement

Work Shift:

Day Shift

Work Hours:

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Days of Work:

Monday - Friday

Travel Required:

No

Salary Range:

$35.43 - $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 - $109,682 / annually

Bargaining Unit/Union:

214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

FLSA Status:

Exempt - Administrative

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:

Yes

The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF 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.

Job SummaryThe Change Management Team Lead provides leadership, oversight and coordination of activities, functions, operations, processes and procedures of the state’s child welfare Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program area in order to meet Department priorities and comply with state and federal requirements.

Additional responsibilities include:

Provide leadership, coordination and coaching of a team of professionals to develop and implement an effective Child and Family Service Review (CFSR) process as well as an effective continuous quality improvement (CQI) system for child welfare cases across Minnesota.

Provide consultation, Continuous Quality Improvement training, conduct Continuous Quality Improvement reviews and quality improvement processes in assigned counties and tribes.

Provide leadership to building organizational effectiveness and capacity of the child welfare CQI system, and ensure strategic alignment of CQI system with the priorities of the Child Safety and Permanency division.

In consultation with the supervisor, lead state planning and coordination for the federal review (CFSR) of Minnesota’s child welfare system according to the timelines and procedures set out in federal regulations.

QualificationsMinimum QualificationsThree (3) years of professional experience in Social Services or Public Welfare Systems. Experience must demonstrate:

Knowledge of child welfare, child protection and foster care programs and standards.

Knowledge of best practice in continuous quality improvement, implementation science and safety science.

Experience using technology system tools such as Microsoft Office, Social Service Information System (SSIS) to conduct case reviews, research, communicate and educate.

Preferred Qualifications

Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Experience in organizing and developing project work plans, manage programs and policies to coordinate social services.

Additional RequirementsREFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DCYF will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

Application DetailsHow to ApplySelect “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us.

ContactIf you have questions about the position, contact Jennifer Droneck at jennifer.droneck@state.mn.us.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Department of Human Services’ ADA Coordinator at 651-431-4945 or DHS_ADA@state.mn.us for assistance.

About Children Youth & Families DeptTogether, we’re working to advance equitable outcomes for children, youth, and families through transformative, partnership-driven policies, programs, and practices.

Why Work for UsDiverse WorkforceWe are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission.

91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs.

88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job.

87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule.

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

Public pension plan

Training and professional development

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Paid parental leave

Low-cost medical and dental coverage

Prescription drug coverage

Vision coverage

Wellness programs and resources

Employer paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Health care spending and savings accounts

Dependent care spending account

Tax-deferred compensation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies

based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities.

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