**Summary:**
The Self-Direction Assistant (Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional) is responsible for providing case management to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and families receiving the Medicaid Home-Based Waiver. This role involves arranging, directing, and managing services to promote independence for approximately 45-50 individuals. Collaborating with agency programs and external service providers, as well as connecting individuals and families with community resources, are essential aspects of this position. Upholding the Mission & Values of the Association is a key expectation.
**Responsibilities:**
- Meeting with Independent Service Coordination agencies for Discovery and/or Personal Plan
- Explaining all rights to individuals as required by DHS
- Adhering to timelines for completing Individual Support Plans, Person-Centered Plans, and assessments while ensuring accuracy of information in documents
- Recording monthly contacts with individuals, families, and community providers in approved agency format
- Completing necessary documentation and paperwork within specified deadlines
- Maintaining complete virtual files meeting regulatory expectations and confidentiality policies
- Providing practical skills training for individuals and families to manage Waiver services independently
- Facilitating connections to community resources and other providers when needed
- Managing waiver funding, monthly budget, maintaining Medicaid eligibility, and keeping records for compliance with IDHS
- Assisting individuals in obtaining adaptive equipment, assistive technology, home accessibility modifications, and vehicle accessibility modifications
**Qualifications Required:**
- Minimum of one year experience working directly with people with developmental disabilities
- Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field
**Other Requirements:**
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Clear State Police History and Clear Health Care Worker Registry background checks
- Valid driver's license
- Minimum 21 years of age
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening
**Schedule:**
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
**Location of Office:**
- Burr Ridge, IL
**Starting Wages:**
- $21.18 per hour

This position can be applied to by texting "SDA" to 630-884-5797