Program Manager - Social Service jobs in Minnesota

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive, and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us!

Job Summary:

This position will provide case management, data entry, marketing, outreach, and coordination services for participants looking to get into Career Pathways programs funded by DEED and other sources.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or completed coursework towards a degree in Child Development, Education, or a related field; professional experience may substitute for formal education at the discretion of the hiring manager.
• GCDF or related certification is preferred, but not required.
• Two years of working with people with barriers to employment.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Experience with Workforce One database preferred, but not required.
• Able to work with and related effectively to people from a variety of socioeconomic, racial, faith-based, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Sensitivity towards issues that affect a person's ability to obtain and retain education and employment.
• Detail oriented; able to work independently and prioritize work.
• Expertise in case noting and participant file management.
• Expertise in data tracking and program reporting.
• High technological aptitude and ability to incorporate technology into program operations.
• Ability and desire to travel to connect with employers and participants.
• Ability to make in-person presentations to stakeholders and community groups.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)