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Qualified Professional/Associate Professional

Summit Support Services Of Ashe, Inc
Jefferson, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/2/2026

Summit Support Services

Qualified Professional (QP)/ Associate Professional (AP) Job Description

Summit Support Services of Ashe Inc is hiring a Qualified Professional (QP) or Associate Professional (AP). This is an administrative position coordinating services for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. If you want to make a difference in the lives of adults with IDD, we can offer you a wonderful opportunity to work with an organization that truly cares about the people we support and staff. If you are a compassionate individual and want to make a positive impact in our community, come join our team!

QP MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in the human services field, such as Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, or related area, and two years of professional experience working with people with developmental disabilities; or a degree in a non- human service field and 4 years related experience. Experience needs to have been supervised by a Qualified Professional.

AP MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Candidates with a Bachelors Degree who do not have the professional experience can be considered for hire as an Associate Professional. They would work under a QP and would need to possess the same minimum qualifications.

A Qualified Professional (QP)/ Associate Professional (AP) is classified as a professional level position. The position requires a broad and extensive knowledge of developmental disabilities. The applicant must be a team player and demonstrate positive, compassionate interaction skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,800.00 - $49,400.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Jefferson, NC 28640

Salary : $46,800 - $49,400

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