Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP)

Benchmark Human Services•Little Rock, AR

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services, a national leader in behavioral health and IDD services, is seeking a Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP) for its community-based crisis response project in Arkansas. This role involves providing thorough training, facing challenges, and offering fulfillment by assisting individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) to reach their maximum potential. Benchmark, founded in 1960, is committed to empowering individuals to live independently, be included in their communities, and achieve their full potential. The company values a diverse workforce and strives to create an inclusive environment where employees can be their authentic selves. Benchmark has become a respected leader in IDD and behavioral health services, working with people of all ages through various programs including residential services, employment services, crisis response, and early intervention.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a human services field.
Successfully complete a criminal background registry check at time of application.
Minimum of one year experience working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Maintain required certification and licensures.
Maintain valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication skills.
Knowledge and skill to use computer.
Ability and skills to train others.
Skills in behavioral assessment.
Skills in behavior plan development.

Responsibilities

Assist providers of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities/Behavioral Health (IDD/BH) services in Summit Community Care’s provider network who support persons with IDD in crisis and at high risk of disruptions in placement.
Coach and train agency staff, such as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), on skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans.
Provide face-to-face or virtual coaching and training with DSP staff of participating IDD/BH providers.
Assist agency staff with development, implementation, and monitoring of Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP), including coaching on data collection and fidelity checks.
Work with DSPs and their supervisors to ensure all materials/supplies needed for implementation of behavior plans are available.
Present graphical summary of effectiveness of PBSP to other DSPs at staff or consultation meetings.
Model positive behavioral supports and respond to emergency situations as trained.
Complete Functional Behavioral Assessment Interviews and/or Observations, as assigned by BCBA or Director.
Write up drafts of PBSP and other behavior plans in conjunction with the supervising BCBA.
Participate during provider wraparound or consultation meetings by reporting assessment results and offering rationale for best practice recommendations in areas of expertise.
Provide crisis de-escalation support to teams as required.
Other duties as assigned.