What are the responsibilities and job description for the Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) position at WILDWOOD PROGRAMS INC?
Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional-QIDP
Salary Range: $24.25-$32.00/hr (based on relevant experience )AND an Elite Benefit Package
We have 1 Full Time; M-F opening for our Day Habilitation Program
Location: Office based in Latham but some travel within the Capital District
Requirements
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MUST HAVE BOTH
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Bachelor’s Degree in a human services field (sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, and psychology)
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at least 1 year working with people with Intellectual and developmental disabilities. ( I/DD population) is required.
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Computer skills: Word processing, Google suite; E-mail and database software.
Preferred -
Additional years of experience in plan writing and development is preferred.
Who we are:
Wildwood Programs is a proud provider of educational, residential, employment, and other community-based supports to people with disabilities and their families We hire those dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives.
Summary
The Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional's (QIDP) main objective is to enhance the quality of life and independence for individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities by: Ensuring every client receives consistent, individualized care in the least restrictive environment possible; Overseeing the development, implementation, and review of all care plans to guarantee they meet regulatory and quality standards;Serving as a strategic resource for leadership staff to effectively monitor client progress.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):
- Reviews and approves program Staff Action Plans in accordance with OPWDD regulation and agency policies and procedures.
- Reviews and approves Life Plans for all program participants.
- Communicates with the Care Manager, Participant and/or provider to ensure that the Staff Action Plan meets the Participant’s needs and desires; supplies guidance or direct intervention when it does not.
- Completes monthly billing report review
- Monitor Life Plans and Staff Action Plan for compliance and quality standards, including but not limited to timely completion, distribution, attestation.
- Conduct informal reviews in areas such as ensuring records are up to date and complete; documentation meets both compliance and quality standards.
- Collaborates with Compliance, Quality Assurance, and Program Leaders re: training materials and as a QIDP Resource
- Provide coverage for other agency QIDP’s as applicable.
Qualifications:
Additional Requirements:
- Daily access to an automobile is required. The position requires occasional travel to programs.
- A valid New York State Driver’s License and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
Salary : $24 - $32