QIDP (Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional)

We are seeking a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) to join the Social Services Team.
This individual will be responsible for the development of comprehensive Implementation Strategies (IS), coordination of services, overseeing the implementation of ISPs, and providing the general case management to ensure the individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities in services attain personal goals.
Shift: 1st
Pay rate: $44,000 - $52,000 (depending on certification/experience level)
Responsibilities:

• Develops, monitors and documents person centered Implementation strategies (IS).
• Records information discussed at CST meetings.
• Explains all rights to which an individual is entitled as required by DHS.
• Reviews service plans monthly, documents service implementation, progress, and needs for modification.
• Provides a copy of a written service plan to the individual and an electronic copy to each member of the individual's community support team.
• Ensures all areas of responsibility are in compliance with CARF, DMH/DD, etc., standards and/or regulations.
• Advocates for the consumer.
• Advocates for services and supports to help the consumer achieve their outcomes.
• Promotes and teaches self-advocacy.
• Monitors the health, safety and well-being of each consumer.
• Assures consumer's participation in all decisions affecting his/her life.
• Serves as primary contact person for guardians and all service providers.

Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must possess a valid Illinois Driver's License.
• Must be a DHS certified QIDP or willing to become certified.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services field, including, but not limited to, sociology, special education, rehabilitation counseling or psychology.
• Must have 1 year of experience working with the ID/DD population.
• Two years of related experience preferred.

Benefits:
We offer the following benefits: health, dental, life, LTD, 403b retirement plan, paid vacation, personal days, sick days and 10 paid Holidays. Also, all employees working more than 20 hours per week receive free long-term disability and free life insurance 2.5x your annual salary.
About St. Coletta's of Illinois:
At St. Coletta's, our mission is to serve children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities so they can achieve their greatest potential. Founded in 1949 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Coletta's provides a lifelong continuum of care beginning in early childhood. Our residential, educational and vocational training programs provide services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities that enhance their independence and well-being. We serve participants without regard to race, religion or economic background.