QIDP

Apis Services Inc•Memphis, TN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of multiple ICF group homes. This includes developing Individual Support Plans in coordination with the interdisciplinary team, as well as direct supervision of Home Coordinators and Direct Support Professionals. All services are to be provided in a manner consistent with SRVS values, mission, and principles, and in accordance with policies, procedures, practices, and licensing standards.

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
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.
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.
Current driver’s license, driver registration and a functional vehicle.
Telephone: Cellular - Multi-line, Calculator, Copier, Fax, Computer.
Computer literacy in MS Office products; Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point.
Agency Electronic Medical Record and other software programs.
Individual must be able to meet physical requirements of the job.
Bloodborne Pathogens, Right-To-Know, HIPAA, Security Acts, Fire & Safety knowledge.
Community Living Arrangement.
Family / Residential Home.
Office Setting.

Nice To Haves

May be eligible for Loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan

Responsibilities

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.
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.