What are the responsibilities and job description for the Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professio position at Richmond Community Serv?
At Richmond Community Services, we believe in empowering people to live full, self-directed lives. We’re looking for a passionate and driven QIDP who brings energy, compassion, and strong clinical skills to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through person-centered care.
What You’ll Do
As a QIDP, you’ll play a key role in helping people achieve their goals and live with dignity, choice, and independence. You will:
- Partner with people supported using a strengths-based, rights-focused approach to understand their goals, interests, and needs
- Lead the development and ongoing management of Person-Centered Plans (PCPs) that truly reflect each individual’s voice
- Facilitate interdisciplinary team meetings and coordinate circle of support participation to ensure continuity of care
- Develop clear, measurable goals and track progress—adjusting plans as needs and preferences evolve
- Promote independence and community inclusion through meaningful activities, skill-building, and access to resources
- Train and coach staff on plan implementation, documentation, and person-centered practices
- Observe services in action, provide real-time feedback, and model best practices in dignity, respect, and inclusion
- Coordinate annual and semi-annual planning meetings, ensuring full participation from individuals, families, and advocates
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
- Serve as a liaison across residential, clinical, medical, and community services to ensure seamless care
- Support individuals and families through transitions, challenges, and crises
- Participate in quality assurance activities, audits, and continuous improvement efforts
What You Bring
We’re looking for someone who is organized, collaborative, and committed to high-quality care:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, Special Education, Nursing, or related field (meeting OPWDD QIDP requirements)
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience supporting individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
- Experience training and coaching staff on person-centered plans and goal implementation
- Strong clinical writing skills (assessments, plans, progress notes)
- Proficiency with MS Office and general computer use
- Experience coordinating services across residential, day, and community settings (preferred)
- Flexibility to work some early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed
- Valid NY/NJ/CT driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel between sites
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a mission-driven organization making a real difference
- Collaborative, supportive team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- The chance to empower individuals to live meaningful, self-directed lives
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Salary : $28 - $30