Residential QIDP Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional; QIDP

NO ON-CALL Available shifts

• Sunday–Thursday:
  Sunday 9am–6pm;
  Monday 12pm–9pm;
  Tuesday 12pm–9pm;
  Wednesday 12pm–9pm;
  Thursday 12pm–9pm
• Tuesday–Saturday:
  Tuesday 12pm–9pm;
  Wednesday 12pm–9pm;
  Thursday 12pm–9pm;
  Friday 12pm–9pm;
  Saturday 9am–6pm
• Monday–Friday:
  Monday 9am–6pm;
  Tuesday 9am–6pm;
  Wednesday 9am–6pm;
  Thursday 9am–6pm;
  Friday 9am–6pm

• You must have 1+ year of experience working directly with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities
• You must have a bachelor’s degree in a human services field such as social work, psychology, sociology, special education, or rehabilitation counseling
• You must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving history to drive company vehicles
• You must have reliable transportation

Base rate: $27.60/hour

This is a nonexempt position and is eligible for overtime

Rimland is a premier social service agency that supports adults with developmental disabilities. We have been saying “welcome home” to individuals with autism for more than 45 years. We provide a safe environment in which individuals can grow and engage with the world. Our approach is unique, and our care is excellent.

The QIDP is a psychologist, social worker, or human services professional with specific higher education accomplishments and experiences that enable them to ensure that the services a client receives are consistent with their needs and wishes. You are responsible for integrating, coordinating, and monitoring each client’s progress toward the goals set in their Individual Support Plan. You ensure Rimland’s legal compliance with the State of Illinois Department of Human Services and are knowledgeable about DHS Rules 50, 119 and HCBS.

• Participate in all Personal Care Plan meetings to aid in the development of the Implementation Strategy and calendar of life
• Lead ISSA visits
• Ensure full implementation of Person-Centered Plans and activities in the residential program
• Communicate issues related to the safety and well-being of clients to supervisors
• Assist clients in the community to ensure full implementation of the Calendar of Life
• Maintain good relationships with volunteers and similar community organizations
• Complete individual client home inspections and purchase needed supplies or clothing

• Complete a monthly summary of client progress
• Ensure full implementation of programming is reflected in therapy documents (ISP data, GER, BER, etc.)
• Update Implementation Strategies upon receipt of an updated Personal Plan from ISC

• Monitor and review client skill training through assessments and direct observations
• Provide on-the-job training to new hires and act as a mentor
• Provide training reinforcement for areas such as HCBS, Rule 119, Rule 115, and personal plans

• Maintain and monitor all CDS supports including the specific activities, tasks, and programs
• Monitor and maintain client entitlement benefits (Medicaid and SNAP benefits)
• Participate in disciplinary actions for DSPs

Other duties and projects as assigned.

Note:

Your shift will not vary and you must be able to work the entire shift, every week

Location:

Based in Des Plaines, IL; travel required to CILA homes throughout the northwest suburbs

• Generous paid leave
• Insurance (group health after 90 days of employment)
• 401(k) retirement plan (eligible after 1 year)
• Paid training (First Aid, CPR, AED, CPI, and more)
• A monthly personal fitness stipend

• Pass a fingerprint criminal background check
• Pass a child abuse and neglect check
• Provide an original document (no photocopies) showing high school completion or high school equivalency (e.g., high school diploma, GED certificate, college transcript)
• Residency for the past 2 years
• Current and original documents that verify your identity and ability to legally work in the United States
• Two verifiable employment references within the last 3 years