QIDP - Implementation Specialist

Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) - Implementation Specialist - Peoria, IL

We are seeking a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) - Implementation Specialist to support adults with developmental disabilities in a community-based residential setting in Peoria, Illinois. This role focuses on implementing person-centered services, completing assessments and required documentation, training and supporting direct-care staff, monitoring service quality, and coordinating with guardians and interdisciplinary team members.

Compensation

$62,000-$68,000 annually.

Position Overview

The QIDP Implementation Specialist coordinates and monitors supports for individuals living in community-based residential settings. The position works closely with individuals, guardians, Direct Support Professionals, Independent Service Coordinators, behavior analysts, nurses, supervisors, and other members of the care team to promote independence, safety, and quality services.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure desired outcomes identified in individuals' Personal Plans and Implementation Strategies are being addressed.
• Complete annual assessments for individuals on the assigned caseload.
• Write annual Personal Emergency Preparedness Plans (PEPPs).
• Obtain required intake and annual consents from individuals and/or guardians.
• Maintain accurate charts and records for individuals on the assigned caseload.
• Submit completed Implementation Strategies to guardians for signature.
• Train staff on Implementation Strategies upon hire and annually.
• Monitor Direct Support Professional performance and address opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor documentation for completeness and accuracy and provide retraining when needed.
• Assist with training new Direct Support Professionals.
• Complete QIDP audits twice monthly at assigned residential homes.
• Complete and upload discharge documentation when applicable.
• Respond to crises as required or assigned.
• Communicate with guardians, Independent Service Coordinators, behavior analysts, nurses, supervisors, and other members of the support team.
• Attend appointments or accompany individuals to emergency room or urgent care visits as assigned.
• Work with appropriate team members to help individuals obtain and maintain needed benefits.
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time.
• Participate in required meetings, continuing education, and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field required.
• At least one year of directly related professional experience required.
• Valid driver's license and current automobile insurance required.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and complete required documentation on time.
• Ability to understand and implement individualized goals, interventions, and support plans.
• Ability to obtain required First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration, and other required competencies or certifications within established timeframes.

Schedule & Work Environment

Work hours are assigned based on program needs. The QIDP must be able to respond to emergency situations as required. The position includes work in community-based residential environments and may involve supporting individuals experiencing challenging or aggressive behaviors.

Benefits

• Medical plan options, including PPO, Affordable Care Plan, Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC), and preventive-only coverage.
• Dental coverage through Lucent with access to the Aetna dental network.
• Vision coverage through EyeMed.
• Virtual primary care, virtual mental health, and telemedicine through First Stop Health for employees enrolled in a major medical plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• At least two weeks of paid time off during the first year of employment.
• Eight observed paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
• Employer-paid long-term disability and basic life/AD&D coverage for eligible employees after applicable eligibility periods.
• Voluntary life/AD&D coverage available through UNUM.
• Approved continuing education reimbursement or direct payment for professional-role-related education.
• Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel.

Benefit eligibility and effective dates vary by plan and employment status.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Avento Health is committed to supporting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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