Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional

Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional

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Introduction

The Department of Health Services (DHS), Northern Wisconsin Center (NWC) is recruiting for a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) in Chippewa Falls, WI. This position will typically work Monday through Friday, 7:45 am to 4:30 pm, and may require earlier or later hours, and/or weekends based on the needs of the facility.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply during the first six months.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $45/month for single plans and $111/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026, plus a tax‑advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan.
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and Health‑Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
• A free and confidential Employee Assistance Program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

NWC is a short‑term assessment and treatment facility for individuals who have an intellectual disability as well as a mental illness and aggressive or challenging behaviors. The programming is designed to prepare people to live successfully in a community setting. NWC is one of three centers for individuals with intellectual disabilities managed by the Division of Care and Treatment Services.

As the QIDP, you will be responsible for:

• Integrating, coordinating, and monitoring each resident’s active treatment program.
• Providing liaison services between the institution, guardian/family, and community agencies.
• Providing oversight and coordination of the resident’s support and treatment plans, ensuring that admission objectives are met and that continuous active treatment is provided as required by ICF‑IID regulations.

This position is critical to ensuring that Intensive Treatment Program beds are utilized efficiently by supporting timely admissions and discharges from our program. You must be a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) as defined in the Code of Federal Regulations.

Starting pay ranges between $32.00 to $36.00 per hour (approximately $66,500 to $74,800 annually), depending on qualifications. A 12‑month probationary period is required. Current or former state employees will be paid according to applicable compensation rules. The position is classified as a Developmental Disabilities Specialist and uses pay schedule and range 11/04.

• All applicants must allow DHS to conduct a background check.
• All appointees must receive a TB test administered by NWC or approved medical personnel prior to starting.
• DHS does not sponsor work visas; eligibility to work in the United States must be verified via I‑9.
• DHS is not an E‑Verify employer nor a STEM‑OPT eligible employer.

• Minimum qualification:
  
  at least one year of experience working directly with persons with intellectual or other developmental disabilities, and one of the following: doctor of medicine or osteopathy; registered nurse; or a bachelor’s degree in a professional category specified in the Federal Register as meeting QIDP qualifications.
• Well‑qualified applicants may also have:
  • Experience with individuals having dual diagnoses (intellectual disability and mental health condition).
  • Experience developing comprehensive functional assessments and Individual Program Plans.
  • Experience monitoring and integrating resident programs to ensure continuous active treatment.
  • Experience monitoring all aspects of residents’ Individual Program Plans.

Your letter of qualifications is limited to 2 pages. For guidance on developing your resume and letter, click the provided link.

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