Respite Program Supervisor
Lutheran Services in Iowa · Des Moines, IA · 4 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
- Oversee respite providers serving Polk, Warren, Dallas, Story, Boone, Hardin, Marshall, and surrounding counties
- Coordinate with providers, case managers, and families/clients
- Review and process referrals, match clients with providers, monitor client units
- Participate in client annual meetings/assessments
- Network and market the program
- Conduct home surveys with providers
- Supervise providers and participate in the hiring process for new providers
About the role
This position oversees Respite Care services for the Central Iowa service area, with a flexible schedule and some work-from-home flexibility. The role is primarily 1st shift but may occasionally require evening meetings. Some local travel required, with very occasional travel to other parts of the state. The team is supportive and fun to work with.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have one of the following:
- High School Diploma or GED and five years of experience in human services, education, or a human services related field, with 2 years in a leadership position
- Associate's Degree and three years of related experience, with at least one year in a leadership role
- Bachelor's Degree in a human services related field and one year of related experience
Skills
- Good communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Computer proficiency
- Organizational skills
- Self-motivated
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits
- Flexible schedule
- 401(k)
- Generous paid time off
- Health, dental, life, and vision insurance
- Career-building opportunities
- Pet insurance
- Cell phone discounts through Verizon
- LSI Scholarship
- Mileage reimbursement