The Vice President of Waivered Services is a senior executive leader at RTI directly reporting to the CEO and overseeing all Waivered Services programs including Community Residential Services (CRS) Integrated Community Supports (ICS) and Community-Based Waivered Services. This role provides strategic direction ensures regulatory compliance drives operational excellence and promotes innovation across all service lines.
The VP partners closely with the executive leadership team to ensure quality outcomes fiscal accountability and organizational growth while advancing RTIs mission to support individuals with mental illness in living meaningful self-directed lives.
Role Responsibilities:
Executive Leadership & Strategy
- Serve as the executive leader for all Waivered Services reporting directly to the CEO.
- Lead strategic planning growth initiatives and service innovation across CRS ICS and community-based programs.
- Represent Waivered Services on the executive team ensuring alignment with RTIs mission values and organizational priorities.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with county partners regulators and community stakeholders.
Program Oversight & Quality
- Provide oversight and accountability for all CRS ICS and community-based Waivered Services.
- Ensure compliance with DHS HCBS Waiver regulations and other applicable standards.
- Drive outcome measurement program evaluation and continuous quality improvement.
- Standardize protocols and procedures to ensure consistency across all Waivered Service programs.
Staff Development & Leadership
- Lead mentor and coach Division Directors within CRS ICS and community-based services.
- Build leadership capacity and support succession planning through staff development.
- Foster a culture of accountability collaboration and innovation across all Waivered Services teams.
Financial & Operational Management
- Oversee budgets utilization and financial performance across all Waivered Services.
- Collaborate with the CEO and Finance team to ensure fiscal sustainability and compliance.
- Monitor occupancy service utilization and workforce efficiency implementing corrective strategies when necessary.
Stakeholder & Community Engagement
- Serve as a primary contact and advocate for Waivered Services with counties health plans and regulatory bodies.
- Maintain strong engagement with families guardians and community partners.
- Represent RTI in external committees associations and forums to influence system-level improvements.
Required Qualification and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Social Work Psychology Counseling Public Administration or related field
- At least 7 years of progressive leadership in Waivered Services or related fields.
- Deep knowledge of DHS and HCBS Waiver programs.
- Proven track record managing complex programs and large teams.
- Strong financial acumen and experience with program budgets.
- Excellent communication organizational and strategic leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience:
- Masters degreein Social Work Psychology Counseling Public Administration or related field
Benefits of Working at RTI:
- Generous PTO Accrual: Earn up to 4.2 Weeks of PTO after 3 years and 3.2 Weeks of PTO years 0-3.
- 7 Company Paid Holidays 1 Paid Floating Holiday
- Matching 401k we are invested in your future.
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Training Sessions
- Advancement Opportunities
Compensation:$140000 - $160000 per year plus performance bonus
Type:Full-Time Exempt
Location:Mendota Heights
Physical & Mental Requirements
Employees in this role must be able to:
- Walk stand sit bend climb stairs use a ladder and perform crisis prevention/intervention techniques
- Use hands for writing typing data entry and medication dispensing
- Lift up to 40 lbs. and occasionally exert physical effort during duties
- Maintain vision and hearing necessary for reading charts operating office equipment using a computer and driving a vehicle
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