Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional

Description

Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional-QIDP

Salary Range: $23.00-$28.00/hr based on relevant experience

We have 2 Full Time; M-F openings. 1 for our Residential Program and 1 for our Day Habilitation Program

Location: Office based in Latham but some travel within the Capital District

Requirements

• MUST HAVE BOTH
• Bachelor’s Degree in a human services field (sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology)
• at least 1 year working with people with Intellectual and developmental disabilities. ( I/DD population) is required.
• Computer skills: Word processing, Google suite; E-mail and database software. Preferred
• Additional years of experience in plan writing and development is preferred.
  

Who We Are

Wildwood Programs is a proud provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities and their families We hire those dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives.

Who Are We Looking For

We are hiring QIDPs who enjoy working with the IDD population and will facilitate and promote independence, self-esteem and community integration, to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Summary

The QIPS will be responsible for reviewing and ensuring all plans are individualized and in compliance with regulatory and quality standards. In addition, they will act as a resource to leadership staff in developing and implementing plans and monitoring progress.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):

• Reviews and approves program Staff Action Plans in accordance with OPWDD regulation and agency policies and procedures.
• Reviews and approves Life Plans for all program participants.
• Communicates with the Care Manager, Participant and/or provider to ensure that the Staff Action Plan meets the Participant’s needs and desires; supplies guidance or direct intervention when it does not.
• Completes monthly billing report review
• Monitor Life Plans and Staff Action Plan for compliance and quality standards, including but not limited to timely completion, distribution, attestation.
• Conduct informal reviews in areas such as ensuring records are up to date and complete; documentation meets both compliance and quality standards.
• Collaborates with Compliance, Quality Assurance, and Program Leaders re: training materials and as a QIDP Resource
• Provide coverage for other agency QIDP’s as applicable.
  
  

Qualifications

Additional Requirements:

• Daily access to an automobile is required. The position requires occasional travel to programs.
• A valid New York State Driver’s License and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.