Developmental Disability Professional(DDP) is responsible for direct supervision of residential services and programs for a private agency located in DeKalb with the mission of serving adults and children with developmental disabilities. The DDP is at the center of all discussion with family, individual, staff, guardians, administration and serves as liaison among all disciplines. Strong communication skills, problem solving skills, and leadership skills are critical to the success of a DDP. It is important for the DDP to possess knowledge of person centered approaches and feel comfortable in developing partnerships with other organizations and agencies. Most tasks are in the facility while others will take place in the community with individuals and direct support staff.

Professionals that qualify to be a Developmental Disability Professional include, but not limited to: Advanced Practice Nurse, Behavior Specialist, Board Certified Behavior Analysis (BCBA), Behavior Consultant, Educator (degree with concentration in Special Education or teaching certificate).

Only applicants that meet the state regulated qualifications will be considered.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Degree in Behavioral or Social Sciences, Masters Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Vocational Rehabilitation, Social Work, Bachelors Degree in Human Services or Social work.Combined with transcript evaluation for qualified course work as identified by DBHDD in behavioral sciences.

OR

An Educator with a Degree in Education from an accredited program that includes a concentration in Special Education in college coursework OR Teaching Certificate in Special Education, AND one (1) year of classroom experience in teaching individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Experience

• One to five years experience in treating/teaching persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities in a medical setting, community based setting, or school setting.
• Must be able to pass Criminal History Records Check
• Clean 7 year motor vehicle record (MVR)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the provision of quality care and service to individuals and ensure all necessary records regarding each individual's programs and progress are accurately completed and filed in a timely manner.
• Deliver their services utilizing a Person-Centered Focus.
• Follow specified schedule to meet the duties of the DDP and level of need for individuals receiving services, which includes but are not limited to:
• Overseeing the services and supports provided to individuals
• Monitors and/or participates in the implementation and delivery of the Individual Service Plan (ISP).
• Supervises the delivery of service and ensures that strategies reflect the goals and objectives of the ISP.
• Monitors the progress toward achievement of goals in the ISP, and makes recommendations for modification to the ISP, as appropriate.
• Supervising the formulation of the individuals plan for delivery of all waiver services provided to the individual by the provider, on an annual basis subsequent to ISP development and after any ISP addendum
• Ensures the implementation strategies reflect the ISP and the needs of the individual.
• Participates in the development of the ISP.
• Conducts functional assessments to support formulation of the individuals plan for delivery of all waiver services
• Creates outcome measurement and quarterly summaries on assigned individuals
• Face to Face assessments using person Center Approach
• Involved in identifying ongoing supports as needed (medical and/or behavioral) in collaboration with appropriate personnel
• Complete the SIS, HRST, and ISP trainings by DBHDD. In addition to any others as needed or required, if qualified.
• Supervising high intensity services that address health and safety risks for the individuals that include:
• Reviewing and the implementation and effectiveness of the Behavior Support Plan or Crisis Plan.
• Track, revise, and ensure training of target behaviors and replacement behaviors to all staff
• Communicates with providers and service monitors
• DDP is involved in identifying ongoing supports as needed (medical and/or behavioral) in collaboration with appropriate personnel.
• Meets assigned responsibilities utilizing Performance Indicators:
• Active participation in the planning meeting documented in either the meeting minutes/notes and/or progress notes prior to ISP meeting.
• Documented contact with the SC prior to the ISP date.
• Consulted with, supervised, and provided guidance to direct support staff regarding implementation of the services.
• DDP will complete documentation in any individual’s record for any of the above responsibilities. This documentation should include the signature, title/credentials, timed (start and end time of delivery of service) and date.
• Actively participate in replacement behavior outlines Role play development for each function level - high, moderate and profound
• Complete DDP Monthly Report, Quality Assurance Report, DDP Quarterly Reports

Schedule and Salary

Flexible 15 to 30 Hours a Week.

Contracted Work

Salary compensation based on experience

No Benefits

Job Type: Contracted

Experience:

• Treating persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities in a medical setting, community-based setting, or school setting: 1 year (Required)
• Managerial: 3 years (Required)
• DDP: 2 years (Required)
• Developing partnerships with other organizations and agencies: 1 year (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,100.00 - $45,965.42 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation

Day range:

• Monday to Friday

Shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Evenings as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Decatur, GA 30032: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person