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Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes paid time off (PTO), a robust health plan, and 401k.

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Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP)

Two (2) Positions Available

Salary: $45,000

Sign-on bonus: $2,000 received after 90 days of employment

Hours: Monday-Friday 8a-5p (Hours could vary)

POSITION STATEMENT:

The QIDP is supervised by the Director of ICF, is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of multiple ICF group homes. This includes responsibility for developing Individual Support Plans in coordination with the interdisciplinary team as well as direct supervision of Home Coordinators and Direct Support Professionals, working in partnership with the R.N. Area Manager. This position reports directly to the ICF/IDD Director. All services are to be provided in a manner consistent with SRVS values, mission, and principles as well as in accordance with policies, procedures, practices and licensing standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB AND ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:

Direct Duties:

* Participates in the interviewing and screening of all individuals being considered for placement in the ICF/ID home.

* Writes the individual Support Plan (ISP) at annual staffing following completion of all assessments and maintains other documentation in accordance with agency and funding requirements (monthly and quarterly progress of Service Recipients and ongoing progress notes).

* Assures that all the information in the Service Recipient's Health Passport is up to date.

* Directly supervises (coaching, training, monitoring, giving feedback, evaluating and documenting performance) Home Coordinators and Direct Support Staff with the expectation of compliance with agency policies and procedures and provision of services in accordance with job descriptions and implementation of Individual Service Plans.

* Works in partnership with the R.N. Area Manager in monitoring services provided by the interdisciplinary team with the goal of reinforcing positive job performance and continuous improvement.

* Interacts regularly and frequently with parents/conservators to provide current information about Service Recipients, answer questions, resolve problems, and plan for participation in the annual Individual Service Plan (ISP) staffing and Individual Education Plan (IEP) team meetings.

* Acts as liaison with community resources and coordinates the services of consultants and professional services which are or might be used by Service Recipients.

* Develops and oversees Community Participation Monthly Calendars with the SRVS

* Recreation Therapy Consultant and Home Coordinator and monitors to assure activities are individualized according to the Individual Service Plan.

* Works with the ICF Secretary to correct any errors or oversights in Service Recipients' medical insurance coverage information.

* Manages Service Recipients' trust fund accounts and assists in budgeting for personal expenditures.

* In collaboration with the ICF Director, monitors the appropriateness and budgetary compliance of expenses incurred in maintaining home operations in the areas of food and house supplies (purchases by the Home Coordinators).

* Serves on a rotating call schedule along with RN Area Managers and other QIDPs.

Other Responsibilities:

• Attends all scheduled and mandatory meetings
• Maintain confidential client files, budget, program documentation
• Prepare and present reports
• Manage and distribute resources appropriately
• Serves on agency committees as assigned
• Works cooperatively with supervisors, staff, and families, other Program Specialists
• Demonstrates respect for all agency clientele
• Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

* Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related area

* Previous experience working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities, minimum of five years

* Ability to solve problems

* Good communication skills, written and verbal

* Computer skills

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Dependability: Can be counted upon to perform job related tasks with minimal supervision.
• Initiative: Demonstrates initiative through the development and implementation of new services and/or procedures.
• Judgment: Makes sound decisions in all circumstances.
• Problem Solving: Arrives at most decisions for problems by considering alternative strategies with minimal supervision.
• Teamwork: Through cooperative promotion of the organization's objective.
• Accountability: Is accountable for duties and assignments to properly operate the home.

NETWORK FUNCTIONS:

* Maintain and abides by OSHA requirements and guidelines

* Observes all Fire and Safety Policies and Procedures

* Observes all Personnel Policies and Procedures

* Observes all HIPAA Policies and Procedures and maintains confidentiality

* Attends all required and scheduled trainings and meetings

* Always maintain a professional demeanor and exercise good judgement in all areas of employment duties

* Documents time worked accurately

Equipment/Machines:

VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS:

* Current driver’s license, driver registration and a functional vehicle

EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS:

* Telephone: Cellular - Multi-line, Calculator, Copier, Fax, Computer

COMPUTER SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS:

* Computer literacy in MS Office products; Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point

* Agency Electronic Medical Record and other software programs

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

* Individual must be able to meet physical requirements of the job:

ACCIDENT, HEALTH HAZARD AND SECURITY KNOWLEDGE

* Bloodborne Pathogens, Right-To-Know, HIPAA, Security Acts, Fire & Safety

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Community Living Arrangement

* Family / Residential Home

* Office Setting

* ADHERE TO AND FOLLOW

The By-Laws of the Corporation and as set forth in the Articles of Incorporation Section 6: Job Qualifications and Competencies

These statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified. These statements shall not be considered as the detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. We rely on good judgement, common sense and Teamwork.

From time-to-time you may be requested to perform other duties essential in the effective management of this facility. Although these duties may not be identified in this written job description, you will be required to perform such tasks, providing the proper training of such duties has been given to you. A well-trained and cross-trained staff is essential in this organization. Your job knowledge in all areas of your field will benefit both you and this organization.

The more you know and the more areas you can work in this office will add value to you, as a person, as well as value and continued success of Inperium, Inc. & Family of Services.

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