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Serves as a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) in both Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF/IID) by performing the following duties:

• Train all staff on active treatment plans (IPPs)
• Update Comprehensive Functional Assessment at minimum once per year
• Manage a training binder with signatures
• Monitoring staff implementation of active treatment plans (goal documentation)
• Probing individuals served on each of their current goals to determine progress or mastery.
• Observe individuals and document progress.
• Respond to all t-logs related to behaviors and major/minor incidents.
• Complete quarterly summaries of each individual's overall progress to review with families/program director. Maintain a binder with Quarterly Information for each individual.
• Facilitate IDT meetings each month and manage documentation and sign in sheets.
• Schedule & Facilitate all IPP Meetings
• Complete, review and update Psychotropic Med Plans and any Rights Restrictive Plans
• Prepare visual representation of IPP's and Psychotropic Med Plans
• Follow a daily schedule for Davis Orman & S/S.
• Prepare and present summary notes for all Psychiatry appointments.

Participates in guidance and educational programs to obtain a working knowledge of all policies, standards, and regulations to maintain compliance. Conducts in-service trainings for all ICF/IID direct care staff on each resident's active care plans; works with ICF/IID staff on methods of collecting data and achieving goals as outlined in care plans. Conducts monitoring of direct care staff to ensure correct methods are followed for achieving goals as outlined in all resident's treatment plan. Develops, implements, integrates, coordinates, updates, and monitors residents' active care plans. Directs the assigned ICF/IID resident's comprehensive functional assessment (CFA) and individual program plan (IPP) as well as any behavior support plan (BSP), psychotropic medication plan, or other support systems (e.g., educational opportunities, employment services, activity programs, meal programs, safety programs, and transportation services). Consults with resident support teams to ensure resident needs, goals and objectives are met. Presents new and revised IPP's and BSP's with rights restrictions to HRC for review and approval. Directs preparation, maintenance, review and evaluation of individual support documentation in Therap's electronic documentation software system as well as hard copy files, as required, and ensures information is kept confidential, up-to-date, accurate and complete. Reviews all rules and regulations of the licensing and certifying agencies regarding ICF/IID resident care, staffing requirements and all other applicable standards and assists the ICF/IID Program Director with ensuring that the ICF/IID's are in compliance. Studies all applicable professional standards and principles and follows best practices. Adheres to ICF/IID Addendum to the ROI's Operations Manual and makes appropriate suggestions and recommendations for improving ROI's policies and procedures to the ICF/IID Program Director. Compiles statistical data and submits written information to the ICF/IID Program Director, ICF Program Coordinator, & RN so they can compile written narratives, reports or summaries to document program compliance. Responsibility and the authority to make sure that the residents' appearance is appropriate and the aides are responding appropriately to the residents. Responsibility and authority to question the aides on the methods, techniques and frequency related to the residents' goals. In addition, any related issues regarding the goals and any issues related to their documentation required for the goals. Keeps the ICF/IID Program Director & Program Coordinator informed of any complaints, incidents, and issues relating to the ICF/IID Program. Participates in site reviews and audits by licensing or certifying agencies such as ADPH and assists the ICF/IID Program Director in preparing plans of correction or other responses to findings. Coordinates all other support systems and related services for residents on assigned caseload. Serves as a staff member on the ROI On-Call rotation to respond to emergencies and/or other situations requiring immediate assistance. Participates in appropriate ICF/IID and ROI meetings, as requested. Serves on appropriate ICF/IID and ROI committees, as requested. Transports individuals served to appointments and community outings. Review Financial Statements with individuals served on a quarterly basis. Performs such other duties as assigned by the ICF/IID Program Director and/or HR Director.

Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Leadership – Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
• Resident Care – Knows each resident personally in order to serve his or her individual needs; manages difficult or emotional resident situations; exhibits sensitivity to the emotional needs of residents and families; able to be flexible and to adapt to immediate needs of residents; responds promptly to resident needs; solicits resident feedback to improve service; responds to requests for services and assistance; meets commitments.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when handling emergencies or dealing with emotional topics.
• Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; keeps others adequately informed; works cooperatively in-group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.
• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate actions beyond guidelines; reports potential unsafe conditions; uses equipment and technology properly.
• Morals and Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity; acts consistent with Christian principles; upholds organizational values; follows dress code.

Education and/or Experience At least a bachelor's degree in Social Work or similar field of study, including but not limited to counseling, psychology, special education, family studies, or sociology; or Licensed Practical Nurse; including at least one year working with persons with developmental disabilities. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Must be a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) and maintain a current Alabama Driver License. Must also successfully complete a criminal history record check and TB screening and complete First Aid, CPR, and CPI training within 90 days from hire.