**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