Lead QIDP Case Manager

Case Manager QIDP - Geneva, St Charles, Batavia - Illinois

$1,000 Sign on Bonus

(On-site)

The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, mental health challenges; those who have suffered a trauma; and those at risk, to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose.  We are looking for a Lead QIDP – Case Manager  who demonstrates this mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference in the community.

Be able to work Monday - Friday from 8am-5pm.

What will you be doing?

The Case Manager – QIDP-Lead is responsible for the clinical case management of assigned caseload. Ensures that all aspects of community living comply with all applicable Federal, State, and Accreditation standards. Responsible for developing and implementing individual programs to maximize the client’s independent community living skills and inclusion in their community.  Provides documentation on assigned clients in accordance with DHS, CARF, or DPH standards, as applicable.  Advocate for and maintain rights and privacy of clients that are served. Accountable for providing to both clients and staff members a positive, professional and safe environment to live, learn, and work. Responsible for a permanent caseload of up to 25, and additional cases as assigned based on the needs of the program. Supervise QIDP’s and support staff as assigned. Provide staff training for client strategies and/or programs and assist with new hire training as assigned. Perform client case record reviews and advise QIDP on improvements as needed. Prepare a monthly accountability report as assigned. The Case Manager - QIDP must be a role model for clients and staff for both permanent and temporary assignments, including providing and participating in direct service as needed. This job position may have some work components that can be performed remotely. Remote work arrangements are not a right or entitlement of employment. They are discretionary and subject to demonstrated performance and operational needs. Approval may be rescinded at any time at the sole discretion of management. May work remotely for up to 20% of the work week with approval from the Clinical Manager.

What will we provide Full Time employees. Benefits_Summary.pdf 

• $1000 sign on bonus for full-time
• 21 Days of Paid Time Off plus 10 Paid Holidays 
• Paid training
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, Critical Illness and accident insurance
• 401K with a 3.5% company contribution after one year.

Education:  

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services. 

License/certifications:  

• Previous QIDP training highly preferred. 

Experience:  

• At least one year of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Three to five years of experience as QIDP or QMHP preferred.
• One year of supervisory experience preferred.

Physical 

• • Climb stairs daily 
  • No medical restrictions which would prohibit implementation of a lift/transfer or implementation of behavioral programs. 
  • Push, pull, reach, stoop/bend over and use step stool daily 
  • Perform daily housekeeping tasks and assist clients in independent living skills. 
  • Physically assist clients in situations including, but not limited to: getting in and out of van, bathtub, shower, or bed regularly 
  • Implement behavior support strategies and respond to emergency behavioral issues. 
  • Requires significant walking and standing on a daily basis. 

Equipment: 

• • Computer and software including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams; Zoom platform and application; Internet browser and Microsoft SharePoint platform. 
  • Household appliances including stove, microwave, washer/dryer, dishwasher, and countertop appliances such as microwaves.  
  • Alarm Systems for monitoring fire, weather, security, etc. 
  • Telephone and voicemail.  
  • Office Equipment including printer/scanner, copy machine, calculator, shredder, etc. 
  • Adaptive equipment as defined in individual strategies including hoyer lift and accessories, shower chairs or benches, walkers, wheelchairs, etc. 
  • Agency vehicles with and without wheelchair lifts.  

Additional Requirements:  

• • Minimum age requirement: 21 years 
  • Must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds to assist in two-person lift or with use of adaptive equipment.  

• • Pass S-TOFHLA literacy test. 
  • Must complete required DSP and Medication Administration Training, including, CPR, First Aid, Infection Control, OIG Rule 50, and CPI. 
  • Must maintain medication administration authorization by following all policies and procedures. 
  • Individual must have and maintain a valid Illinois driver’s license. 
  • The use of a personal automobile and the minimum amount of automobile liability insurance as defined in the Association’s personnel policy is required. 
  • Must transport clients in personal automobile when necessary. 
  • Must have access to a personal cell phone with ability to utilize downloaded applications for secure messaging.  
  • Complete agency required QIDP training within six months of hire. 
  • Respond to client medical/behavioral as well as facility concerns during evening, weekend, overnight, and holiday hours.  
  • Evenings, weekends, and holiday hours required per client and program needs. 
  • Maintain 12 CEU’s yearly.  
  • Attend in-service trainings as required. 
  • Attendance at after-hours programmatic functions required.