Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP)

Disability Resources, Inc., is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that supports a community designed to enhance the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities. We are located in the great state of Texas and are currently seeking a relationship builder and difference maker as a QIDP- Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional. Disability Resources, Inc. provides industry-leading services to our residents such as; helping residents develop their life skills, providing required medical care, a variety of therapies, offering spiritual opportunities for growth, and encouraging healthy lifestyles.

Our mission at Disability Resources, Inc., is to provide exceptional care and develop meaningful lives for intellectually challenged adults in a Christian environment.

We are growing and adding positions to our team! The job duties for the position of QIDP- Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional are listed below.

Job Summary: The QIDP- Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional assumes the following job duties…

· Attends all applicable meetings scheduled by DRI leadership

· Remains up to date on all email correspondence daily

· Checks behavior reports in Adaptive daily

· Checks progress notes as appropriate (at minimum, weekly)

· Corresponds with Director of Residential Services or House Managers as appropriate for situations that need be addressed

· Follows up with Nurses or consultants on an as needed basis for situations that need be addressed

· Corresponds with families as needed

· Schedules & conducts IDT meetings as appropriate to address behavioral or medical issues

· Maintains an up to date desk calendar daily tasks, meetings, or appointments

· Staff training on active treatment, behavior interventions, client rights as needed

· Observations in homes or Activity Center as needed

· Monthly Progress reviews to be completed by the 7th of the following month

· Quarterly reviews to be completed within one week of meeting

· Annual Staffing’s to be completed annually

· Develops & implements Individual Program Plan

· Ensures In-Services are completed & returned in timely manner

· Updates Annual Staffing Schedule, Guardianship Expiration date list

· Health Survey preparation is completed a minimum of one month prior to survey due date (ICF-annually, ALF-every 2 years)

· Entrance and exit conferences with HHSC Surveyors for annual surveys or investigations

· Conducts specially constituted committee meetings for psychotropic medications, behavior support plans, or any rights issues annually or as needed

· Reviews application packets for potential clients & coordinates with outside agencies if needed

· Coordinates admission process to meet regulatory guidelines

· Develops discharge plans as needed for individuals whose needs can no longer be met at DRI

· Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

· This position does not exercise supervisory responsibilities

Competencies

· Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

· Maintains & participates in professional & harmonious work environment, keeps commitments, inspires the trust of others

· Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail

· The ability to work independently and as a team player, to take initiative, and possesses the ability to effectively multitask

· Promotes the mission of DRI and possesses the ability to communicate the philosophy, mission and values of DRI to external and internal stakeholders

· Knowledge of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) process

· Knowledge of state and federal regulations for ICF & ALF programs

· Ability to facilitate & lead IDT meetings to ensure participation with all members to achieve desired outcomes

· Ability to use applicable technology for communication, documentation, & reporting

Education:

· Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to human services or developmental disabilities; Must meet State and Federal requirements as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional

· 1 -3 years experience dealing with people with intellectual disabilities or developmental disabilities

· Must be able to communicate, read, speak, write the English Language

· Must pass background check, drug tests and other screening tests

· Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License

· CPR certification - required

· Proficient computer skills- required

· Attendance and punctuality - a must

· Valid driver’s license - required

Environmental and Working Conditions:You will workatmultiple locations within the community campus. There may be times you attend off campus activities.

Physical and Mental Effort: Sitting, standing need to lift, pull, carry, and push items weighing up to fifty pounds. Frequent need to stoop, kneel, and reaching. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Ability to utilize practical common sense and critical thinking is required.

Schedule:Work schedule would be typical Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For full time employees we offer a variety of benefits, vacation time, training and development opportunities, and love promoting from within. As you’re looking to expand and grow your career come grow with us as we help to guide your career path within our organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift

Work Days:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18