Designated Coordinator Qualifications and Job Duties 💻

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Is your agency's Designated Coordinator (DC) equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to confidently meet 245D requirements? While many people think they understand what a DC is supposed to do, 245D has very specific responsibilities for the position, including professional oversight of the services being provided to each person. With recent correction orders from DHS Licensing highlighting violations related to DCs not meeting 245D standards, now is the time to ensure your DCs are aware of what their role entails. This course dives into the critical responsibilities of a DC, including what licensors are looking for, and offering practical guidance on their implementation.

Course topics:

• Explore what the education and experience requirements to qualify as a Designated Coordinator (DC)
• Identify each DC job duty directed by Chapter 245D
• Discuss examples of these job duties and how a provider can fulfill these responsibilities compliantly
• Walk through a year of service provision and required paperwork from admission to annual
• Brainstorm practical tips to being a DC including organizing, communicating, scheduling, and tracking of all necessary information
• Understand what compliance is and how your role is vital in creating and maintaining it

Being a DC can feel overwhelming especially when more and more responsibilities fall onto the shoulders of this position. Many DCs find themselves being held accountable for compliance to chapter 245D without understanding how their role is vital to that area. This session is a fantastic introduction to the DC's world of responsibilities. Once completed, other STAR Services virtual and live trainings are available to advance a DC's understanding and skills to the next level. Join us to gain valuable tools and insights for your DCs to confidently fulfill their responsibilities.

CEU Contact Hours: 1.8 for Nurses, 1.5 for Social Workers