Independent Contractor Personal Development Jobs

I. POSITION TITLE

Direct Support Contractor – Personal Supports Division(Hereafter referred to as “DSC” or “Contractor”)

This title is used because it:

· Aligns with national Direct Support Professional standards

· Meets APD’s definition of a Direct Service Provider under Chapter 393

· Applies across all FTC service lines under the Medicaid Waiver & FCC Pilot

· Maintains contractor legality and independence

· Supports a statewide/national audit-ready standard

II. POSITION PURPOSE

The Direct Support Contractor provides skill development, personal assistance, supervision, and community access services to individuals with developmental disabilities participating in Medicaid Waiver and FCC Pilot Program services under FTC.

This role exists to ensure health, safety, independence, and rights protection through compliant service delivery in accordance with:

· Chapter 393, F.S.

· Florida Administrative Code Chs.

o 65G-2 (Licensing)

o 65G-4 (Behavioral Services)

o 65G-7 (Medication)

o 65G-8 (Reactive Strategies)

o 65G-10 (Training)

· iBudget Waiver Handbook

· APD Operating Procedure 3-0006 (Incident Reporting)

· FCC Ancillary Agreement

· Qlarant Administrative + Service-Specific Review Tools

The DSC operates as a professional, independent contractor, not an employee of FTC.

III. SCOPE OF SERVICES

This position provides services across FTC program areas including:

· Personal Supports

· Life Skills Development I, II, III

· Residential Habilitation (Standard, BF, IB)

· Adult Day Training (ADT)

· Transportation (non-medical)

· Behavioral Services Support (non-clinical prompting only)

The contractor’s activities must always remain within the boundaries of APD and FCC scope of practice and must never substitute clinical, medical, or restricted behavioral functions.

IV. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESA. Direct Support Functions

The Contractor must:

1. Provide individualized support with ADLs and IADLs, including:

o Eating, dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting

o Meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry

o Community mobility, safety, and social integration

2. Support the individual’s goals and outcomes as listed in:

o Support Plan (SP)

o Implementation Plan (IP)

o Risk Plans

o ADT skill goals (if applicable)

3. Assist in community integration, including:

o Public transportation training

o Community safety

o Shopping, budgeting, banking assistance (without handling funds)

4. Encourage self-determination, personal choice, autonomy, and independence.

5. Follow all behavioral recommendations that fall within the PSC scope, including:

o Redirection

o Visual prompting

o Environmental modification

NOTE: All reactive strategies must comply with 65G-8.
No manual restraint, mechanical restraint, or chemical restraint may be used.

B. Documentation & Medicaid/FCC Compliance

The Contractor must complete Qlarant-compliant service logs including:

· Person served

· Service type

· Date

· Time in/out

· Location

· Detailed narrative of service delivery

· Signature

The Contractor must:

· Submit documentation according to FTC’s Independent Contractor Invoice Policy

· Maintain documentation for six years

· Follow all Medicaid Waiver and FCC recordkeeping requirements

· Provide documentation necessary for Qlarant, APD, FCC, MCO, or FTC audits

· Maintain copies of all plans and updates relevant to service delivery

C. Health, Safety, and Rights Protection

The Contractor must:

· Protect and uphold the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (393.13, F.S.)

· Ensure a safe environment and report hazards immediately

· Follow all risk mitigation and emergency procedures

· Ensure supervision consistent with the Support Plan and assessed needs

· Immediately report:

o Abuse, neglect, exploitation

o Critical or reportable incidents

o Missing persons

o Behavioral crises

o Medical emergencies

Reports must follow APD OPS 3-0006, FTC’s Incident Reporting Policy, and FCC requirements.

D. Professional Standards

The Contractor must:

· Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality

· Uphold HIPAA and all privacy obligations

· Communicate professionally with FTC supervisors, WSCs, FCC coordinators, and guardians

· Participate in required training mandated by APD, FCC, CMS, and FTC

· Submit to monitoring, auditing, and compliance reviews

V. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Minimum 18 years of age

2. Completion of all APD-required Basic Training and service-specific training

3. Level II Background Screening through the APD/DCF Clearinghouse

4. Valid driver’s license (if providing transportation)

5. Ability to read, write, and document services professionally

6. Ability to follow structured programs, Implementation Plans, and supervision

7. Physical ability to perform ADL support tasks safely

VI. CONDITIONS OF ENGAGEMENT (Independent Contractor Status)

The Contractor:

· Is not an employee of The Family Tree Concept, Inc.

· Must provide a valid W-9

· Is responsible for taxes, insurance, and professional tools/equipment

· Must comply with the FTC Independent Contractor Agreement & Schedule A

Failure to maintain compliance may result in immediate termination of the contract.

VII. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

FTC evaluates the Contractor using:

· Qlarant Administrative & Service-Specific Standards

· Documentation accuracy and timeliness

· Compliance with APD, FCC, and CMS requirements

· Adherence to Support Plan goals

· Incident reporting compliance

· Professionalism and reliability

· Safety and rights protection

VIII. REGULATORY REFERENCES

This position is governed by:

· Chapter 393, Florida Statutes

· 65G-2, 65G-4, 65G-7, 65G-8, 65G-10, F.A.C.

· iBudget Waiver Handbook (Rule 59G-13.070)

· APD Operating Procedures

· FCC Ancillary Services Agreement

· Qlarant Review Tools

· FTC Policies & Procedures

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Experience:

• Behavior Assistant: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Miami, FL 33126 (Required)

Work Location: In person