QIDP

Are you ready to make a real impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Do you have a passion for helping others reach their fullest potential? If so, New Avenues to Independence is looking for someone just like you to join our team as a QIDP!

Position Overview

The QIDP is responsible for the overall program coordination within each home assigned. Will develop and implement Individual Plans (IP’s) that promote self-determination, development, and independence of those we serve. Ensures all systems and practices are followed routinely which meet the requirements of all regulatory agencies. Assists staff in performing all responsibilities related to the individual’s program services plan. QIDP is jointly responsible with the Residential Coordinator to ensure effective supervision of the group home.

This position is also a response for ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local rules and New Avenues to Independence, Inc. policies and procedures. Responsible to promptly report to supervisor any circumstances that negatively affect the health, safety, or well-being of residents, the agency, or its equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develops comprehensive I.P. through team process to meet the individual needs of those individuals served and monitors active treatment programs and various professional interventions per I.P. goals and objectives. Coordinates, monitors, and ensures all aspects of an individual’s I.P. are implemented and properly documented.
• Facilitates and participates in the process of individual admissions, discharges and service substitutions with their residential sites.
• Participates in the development and implementation of the behavior support programs in conjunction with the behavior support committee.
• Advocates for individual rights and needs.
• Possesses current working knowledge of and complies with all regulatory compliance agencies.
• Communicates with all persons involved in the individual’s life.
• Leads in MUI process.
• Maintains and enters information and eligibility requirements into the DODD portal; for example LOC, DDP, etc.
• Assists with QIDP responsibilities in the absence of QIDP’s as directed by Residential QIDP Manager.
• Assumes responsibilities in survey and inspection preparation with attention to compliance with expectations on a daily, ongoing basis. Assists with plan of correction for citations.
• In coordination with the Core Team (Nurse and Residential Coordinator) supervises the Direct Support Professionals regarding I.P., skill building and behavioral supports program services.
• Participates in recruiting, orientation, and training of the Direct Support Professional (DSP).
• Trains staff regarding the professional interventions for skill building, active treatment, behavioral supports and I.P. implementation.
• Evaluates staff regarding professional interventions utilized in skill building, active treatment, behavioral supports and I.P. implementation. Participates in the evaluation process with the Core Team.
• Applies the Right Time Right Place concept with the Core Team in order to provide adequate presence, support, interaction and training of staff to address individual needs.
• Participates in management responsibilities.
• Assumes on-call responsibility according to agency practices and expectations. Performs on-call duties with the understanding that these duties are a necessary and important support function.
• Complies with all Agency’s policies and procedures (i.e. Policies/Procedure Manual, Employee Handbook, and etc.) Pursues continuous learning and professional development.
• Performs all other duties as required.

Education and/or Experience: A Bachelor’s or Graduate level degree from an accredited college or university; OR hold professional license or certification issued by the Ohio board of psychology; the state medical board of Ohio, or the Ohio counselor, social worker, and marriage and family therapist; OR hold a certificate to practice as a certified Ohio behavior analyst pursuant to section 4783.04 of the Revised Code.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must maintain current certification in Positive Behavior Supports (PBS), CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration. Must hold valid Ohio driver’s license and possess a driving record that meets New Avenues to Independence, Inc. insurance carrier acceptability.