Working Title: Positive Supports Policy Analyst

Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2

Agency: Human Services Department

• Job ID : 79803

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 08/29/2024

• Closing Date : 09/16/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office

• Division/Unit : Disability Services Division / Community Capacity and Positive Supports

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day shift, 8:00am-4:30pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes,. up to 20%

• Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Telework (Within Minnesota or Neighboring States)¿and Flexible Hours Options Are Available

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS 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.

The Positive Support Policy Analyst will provide policy expertise and project coordination as it relates to Minn. Rule 9544, alternatives to using restraints and aversive procedures and increasing the capacity of the service system to support people with complex needs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Serve as legislative subject matter expert related to Minn. Rule 9544 and positive support practices, restraint use, reporting guidelines, and alternatives to using restraints and aversive procedures

• Coordinate all functions of the External Program Review Committee, including contract management, policy interpretation, and meeting facilitation

• Provide analysis, guidance and coordination to strengthen DHS efforts to support people with complex behaviors in community settings and reduce/eliminate avoidable institutionalization

• Develop materials and trainings, provide technic assistance and training to lead agencies, providers, and families to prevent and manage crisis situations, reduce the use of restricted procedures, and improve the quality of life for people receiving services

• Works with other areas of DHS to recommend procedure, policy, rule and statute changes

• Coordinate consistent interpretation and communication related to Minnesota Rule 9544

Minimum Qualifications

3 years professional experience in public policy analysis, planning, and assessment. Experience must demonstrate the following:

· Experience and/or knowledge of Minnesota's home and community-based services and policies, Minn. Statute 245D and Minn. Rule 9544 related to positive support practices and restricted and prohibited procedures including restraints and seclusion

· Experience and/or knowledge of positive behavior practices, person centered practice principles, and other positive support and evidence-based practices sufficient to consult with staff and develop strategies to support people with complex behaviors in the community and divert people from institutional settings

· Experience and/or knowledge with developing, interpreting, and implementing policies including reviewing legislation and completing bill analysis

· Experience and/or knowledge of planning methodologies and operations to organize projects with others, establish goals and timetables, clarify mutual expectations, and evaluate results

· Skilled at using MS Office Suite programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Bachelor’s Degree in public policy, human services, public health or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience OR Master’s degree in public policy, human services, public health or related field may substitute for 2 years of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of DSD’s policies, procedures, programs, and business goals

• Strong communication and project management skills and practices sufficient to determine project direction, plan work and set goals, monitor and evaluate accomplishments

• Advance skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Vision, SharePoint, Project Management Software)

• Ability to effectively use any meeting platform preferred by meeting participants

• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and/or cultures

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.