A Chance To Grow is seeking to hire a Director of Home-Based Services. This is a full-time, salaried position, located in Minneapolis, MN. This position is responsible for marketing, coordinating and directing home-based services for ACTG's clients, and is the main liaison between the clients and Personal Care Assistants (PCAs). This position interfaces with MNITS, DHS, HR, payroll, billing and accounting departments, and is responsible for delivery of services in accordance with agency policies, and county, state and federal regulations and requirements (including staying current with all legislative changes and potential impacts on the program).

Essential Duties:    

• Manages HBS services including hiring, training, coaching, disciplining, and terminating PCA/DSW, RN/QP and the Program Assistant staff members
• Manage and coach staff as it pertains to adhering to department requirements, interdisciplinary exchanges, and develop an environment in which collaboration is the standard mode of operation
• Conduct new client inquiries, intakes and on-boarding of new families
• Complete DHS Union data information. 
• Responsible for disciplinary action when a PCA/DSW is not performing duties within the quality care and operational standards set by ACTG. Work closely with Human Resources when issues arise
• Collect information for new hires such as provider application, DHS background and fingerprint check, valid driver’s license, insurance, and DHS certificates
• Provides New Employee Orientation to new PCAs/DSW and follows up on staff completing all training and requirements and understanding of the agency’s mission and services
• Participate in the weekly Director's Meeting and Director's Working Group
• Position reports to the Executive Director

Requirements:    

• Two-year college coursework in administration or similar work experience
• Excellent customer services and telephone skills, verbal communication, listening
• Professionalism, organized, attention to detail
• Multitasking, Informing Others
• Handles Pressure
• Supply Management
  
  

Desired Skills:

• Experience in a clinical environment
• Experience with Accounts Payable
• Experience with Microsoft Office and QuickBooks software preferred

Compensation:

• Salary Range: $60,000-$70,000 DOQ
• ​PTO
• Paid Training 
• Paid Overtime 
• Health and Dental Benefits

**As a medical facility, we require all employees and applicants to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

To apply, please complete our online application or email your resume and cover letter to actg@actg.org. 

Closing Date: 12/2/2022

“A Chance To Grow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.  In addition to federal law requirements, A Chance To Grow complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leaves of absence, compensation and training.“

A Chance To Grow is seeking to hire a School-based Speech-Language Pathologists for a variety of school-based assignments in the Twin Cities Metro Area. There are both full-time and part time assignments available. We will work with you to fit your needs. Both virtual and in-person positions available. 

Requirements:

• Licensed with Minnesota Dept. of Ed. and ASHA CCCs
• Master's Degree in SLP
• School-based experience preferred
• Clinical Fellowship Mentorship available
  
  

Compensation:

• Competitive pay
• Reasonable caseload caps
• PTO to be used at your discretion
• Paid holidays throughout the year
• Flexible schedule that you able to set to meet your needs
• Medical and Dental benefits for Full-Time employees
• Paid CEUs and materials stipend for all employees
• Mentorship and support on. regular basis with experienced therapists for your first year with the agency

 
**As a medical facility, we require all employees and applicants to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

All those interested can apply via email. Send your resume and cover letter to jobs.actg@actg.org.

“A Chance To Grow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.  In addition to federal law requirements, A Chance To Grow complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leaves of absence, compensation and training. “

A Chance To Grow's Turnquist Child Enrichment Center is seeking a Full-Time Infant Assistant Teacher or Aide to join our hardworking, dedicated team of teachers. This position is eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus after 90 days of employment. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow and develop his or her skills in the early childhood education field with opportunity for advancement. 

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm

Responsibilities:

• Working with lead teacher on lesson planning 
• Taking care of the daily needs of children

Required Qualifications:

• Passion for working with young children
• At least 1 year of experience working or volunteering as an Aide, Assistant Teacher, Teacher or paraprofessional in a daycare, school or early childhood center
• Ability to plan and implement high quality, interactive lesson plans
• Ability to take on a teacher role in the absence of the lead teacher
• Ability to work well with others
• Please review Rule 3 requirements for Assistant Teachers and Aides (https://www.revisor.mn.gov/rules/?id=9503.0032)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with diverse backgrounds
  
• Interest in working and teaching outdoors
  
• Early Childhood Degree, CDA or working toward
  
• Some college credit in education, psychology, human services, art, multicultural studies or any related fields​

Compensation:

• $15.00/hour
• Opportunity for advancement
• ​PTO
• Paid Training 
• Paid Overtime 
• Health and Dental Benefits

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**As a medical facility, we require all employees and applicants to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

To apply, please complete our online application. For questions or more information about the position, please contact our Director of Turnquist Child Enrichment Center, Liz Ruzek, at elizabeth.ruzek@actg.org.

“A Chance To Grow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.  In addition to federal law requirements, A Chance To Grow complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leaves of absence, compensation and training. “

​​Are you Compassionate? Dependable? Patient? Dedicated? 
Our Home-Based Services program seeks Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to provide direct support to meet the health and safety needs of special need individuals in the home and in the community. Early morning, afternoon, evening and weekend hours are often available.​

Qualified applicants must be 18 years or older and have experience working with special need individuals, a DHS background check, access to a reliable vehicle (car insurance if transporting is requested for open positions) and must complete DHS PCA certification test. We recommend applicants Review PCA Job Description prior to submitting an application. When applying, please indicate which area you are interested in (view in Current Openings below).

For more details on applying or questions regarding a position, please contact Edith Lockhart.

Current Openings:
New Hope

• Working with a 7-year-old male
  
• Monday - Friday,  2 pm - 5:30 pm
  
• Saturday 10 am - 2 pm