Working Title: Competency Coordinator
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment
Job ID : 88321
Location : Anoka
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 08/22/2025
Closing Date : 09/04/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT MAPE State Operated Svcs
Division/Unit : St Peter / DCT Competency Attainment
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8-4:30
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Limited travel, up to 10%
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
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT 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.
Direct Care and Treatment is seeking qualified and enthusiastic individuals to join our Competency Attainment Services team. The Competency Coordinator is responsible for providing court liaison services for all patients at Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center (AMRTC) admitted under an order of incompetency. This role plays a vital part in the discharge planning process, ensuring that individuals with incompetency orders are transitioned in a timely manner to the clinically indicated level of care. The individual in this position serves as a liaison to external partners, including county human services organizations, criminal and civil court personnel, and assists with building and nurturing partnerships with external agencies. This key role works in collaboration with the Competency Coordinator Supervisor, AMRTC Leadership, Director of Competency Attainment, the General Counsel's office, Forensic Services staff, and the AMRTC Quality Department to assist in the discharge process and assist with resolving barriers to discharge, and complete data entry related to admission and discharge planning for Chapter 611 and Rule 20 legal status patients.
The incumbent of this position must be flexible in terms of work hours as well as the ability to travel. The incumbent is expected to always represent DCT in a professional and positive manner.
Responsibilities include:
Manage all Notification of Discharge court filings for patients served at AMRTC with orders of incompetency.
Collaborate with the treatment team to assure competency evaluations are completed as scheduled in accord with court orders and timely discharge to the clinically indicated level of care.
Assist with developing and implementing data collection related to the provision of competency attainment education services for patients at AMRTC.
Monitor competency attainment education services provided to patients with orders of incompetency and collaborates with the treatment team to ensure individuals receive active individualized, person-centered treatment.
This position requires an employee to be onsite at Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center, Anoka, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.
Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) is available on a limited basis, following 6-month probation period.
Only candidates residing in Minnesota or a state bordering Minnesota (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) within 50 miles of the work address listed above are eligible for telework.
Candidates residing in Minnesota and more than 50 miles from the primary/principal work address above may be eligible to telework more than 50%.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Behavior Analysis, or related field, AND
Licensure/Certification in the State of Minnesota, AND
3 years of post-bachelor's degree experience working in behavioral health settings, and have past professional work experience including knowledge and understanding of the roles and relationships of courts, state, tribal, federal, and community agencies in the delivery of human services.
OR
Master's of Doctoral degree in Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Analysis, or related field, AND
1 year of post-graduate experience working in behavioral health settings, and have past professional work experience including knowledge and understanding of the roles and relationships of courts, state, tribal, federal, and community agencies in the delivery of human services.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to provide education and technical guidance to others, particularly on topics related to orders of incompetency under MN statute 611 and/or MN rules of criminal procedure Rule 20.
Knowledge and understanding of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Experience working with court partners in a liaison role.
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experience working effectively with others from different backgrounds and 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 - Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned. (If applicable add education information)
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.
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.
