Designated Coordinator - BrightPath : Job Details

Designated Coordinator – Full Time

BrightPath LLC is seeking a compassionate and organized Designated Coordinator to support individuals with disabilities and older adults in community-based residential programs. This role plays a key part in ensuring services are delivered with dignity, respect, and full compliance with Minnesota's 245D licensing standards.

About the Role

As a Designated Coordinator, you'll oversee day-to-day service delivery for a caseload of individuals receiving supports. You'll provide guidance to frontline staff, ensure compliance with support plans and licensing standards, and act as a liaison between program teams, families, and external professionals. The ideal candidate is organized, supportive, and passionate about person-centered care.

To qualify for this role within our Residential Services programs, candidates must have prior experience as a Designated Coordinator in a setting that supports individuals with high behavioral support needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and coordination of services based on individual support plans

• Train, support, and guide direct support staff

• Ensure compliance with all 245D regulations, documentation standards, and internal policies

• Monitor health, safety, and progress of individuals served

• Lead team meetings and support goal planning for individuals

• Collaborate with families, case managers, and healthcare providers

• Maintain accurate documentation, incident reports, and progress summaries

• Participate in on-call rotation and provide occasional direct care as needed

Qualifications

To qualify under Minnesota 245D regulations, applicants must meet one of the following education + experience pathways:

• Bachelor's degree in a human services field + 1 year of full-time direct care experience, OR

• Associate's degree in a human services field + 2 years of full-time direct care experience, OR

• Diploma in a human services field + 3 years of full-time direct care experience, OR

• 4 years of full-time direct care experience under qualified supervision AND:

  • At least 50 hours of documented training/education related to human services and disabilities

• Supervisory or team leadership experience in social services

• Strong working knowledge of Minnesota 245D licensing requirements

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $60,000–$70,000/year, depending on experience

BrightPath offers a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)

• Paid Holidays

• Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities

Why Join BrightPath?

At BrightPath, we believe in enabling the freedom to pursue joy. We provide high-quality, person-centered residential services that honor the individuality of each person we support. Our team is collaborative, mission-driven, and committed to creating inclusive, respectful environments where both clients and staff thrive.

BrightPath LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities to join our diverse and dedicated team.

Apply now to join BrightPath as a Designated Coordinator and help us build brighter paths forward.

BrightPath is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We provide a positive and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Join us and be part of a team that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities.