State of Ohio - Gallipolis, OH

posted 5 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Gallipolis, OH
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) at the Gallipolis Developmental Center plays a crucial role in coordinating and implementing client-based habilitative programming. This includes developing individual habilitation plans (IHP), individual program plans (IPP), and individual behavior guidelines. The QIDP acts as the chairperson of inter-disciplinary team meetings, ensuring comprehensive delivery of services that encompass various fields such as speech, medical, pharmacy, social services, psychology, psychiatry, vocational, and educational support. The position requires modeling appropriate behavior and interventions to a caseload of 8-30 clients, while also supervising a team of staff members including residential care supervisors, hospital aide coordinators, therapeutic program workers, teachers, activity therapy specialists, juvenile correctional officers, and social workers. In addition to overseeing the delivery of services, the QIDP is responsible for training staff in effective training techniques and methods. They ensure that habilitative services and documentation meet regulatory requirements, such as those set by Medicaid ICF/IID, and maintain accurate records of program implementation. The QIDP conducts periodic rounds of various treatment locations to monitor staff compliance with regulations and standards, ensuring proper implementation of programming and appropriate client interactions. The role also involves reviewing and modifying client habilitation plans, participating in mock surveys of facilities, and recommending policies and procedures. The QIDP coordinates client home visits, transfers, and discharges to ensure efficiency and acts as a relief residential care supervisor when necessary. They attend meetings, training sessions, and workshops, serve on committees, and act as a liaison with client families, guardians, and community-based staff. Additionally, the QIDP prepares reports and correspondence related to clients and staff, assisting with the coordination of youth admissions and releases.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate overall development and implementation of client-based habilitative programming.
  • Act as chairperson of inter-disciplinary team meetings to coordinate comprehensive delivery of services.
  • Model appropriate behavior and interventions to assigned caseload of 8-30 clients.
  • Supervise assigned staff in the delivery of services and train staff in effective training techniques.
  • Ensure habilitative services and documentation meet Medicaid ICF/IID requirements and maintain accurate records.
  • Conduct periodic rounds of treatment locations to monitor staff compliance and client interactions.
  • Review and modify client habilitation plans and participate in team meetings for goal setting.
  • Coordinate client home visits, transfers, and discharges for efficiency.
  • Act as relief residential care supervisor and assist therapeutic program workers in training clients.
  • Prepare reports, forms, and correspondence related to clients and staff assigned.

Requirements

  • At least one year of experience working directly with persons with intellectual disabilities or other developmental disabilities.
  • Doctor of Medicine or Osteopathy, Registered Nurse, or a bachelor's degree in a professional human services category (e.g., Psychology, Education, Anthropology).
  • Strong skills in direct support and direct care.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in program management and training.
  • Proficiency in data analytics and communications.
  • Ability to lead others and manage meetings effectively.

Benefits

  • Medical Coverage
  • Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after eligibility period
  • Paid time off including vacation, personal, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year
  • Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
  • Education and Development Opportunities
  • Public Retirement Systems and Optional Deferred Compensation
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