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Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional

Alexander Milne Developmental Services
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Are you driven to support and empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)? We're looking for a compassionate and committed QIDP (Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional) to join our team and help enhance the lives and well-being of those we serve.

Position: Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) Full Time Position

Location : Covington LA

Qualifications:

  • Degree in Human Services, Sociology, Psychology, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in an ICF/IDD setting.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • No previous criminal record.

Responsibilities:

As a QIDP, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the welfare of our clients through the following duties:

  • Advocacy: Act as a dedicated advocate for each client, ensuring their physical, social, and psychological well-being.
  • Habilitation Planning: Chair annual habilitation planning sessions, facilitating systematic and orderly meetings, and leading group discussions.
  • Individualized Program Plans (IPP): Develop and implement IPPs based on annual staffing, tailoring programs to meet individual needs.
  • Referrals: Make referrals as directed by the Habilitation Team, connecting clients with essential services and resources.
  • Evaluations: Compile and write evaluations on clients' Activities of Daily Living, providing valuable insights for ongoing support.
  • Activity Scheduling: Develop a comprehensive 24-hour activity schedule for clients, ensuring a well-rounded and engaging environment.
  • Programmatic Monitoring: Monitor and report on programmatic deficiencies, ensuring adequate programming for all clients.
  • Progress/Treatment Reviews: Chair monthly Progress/Treatment reviews, providing regular progress notes to track client development.
  • Staff Training: Conduct in-service training for staff on client programs, fostering a knowledgeable and supportive team.
  • IDT Membership: Serve as a valuable member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) on the Human Rights Committee (HRC).
  • Directorial Support: Complete other tasks as assigned by the Director of Programming, contributing to the overall success of the organization.
  • ·This position requires flexibility to work outside of standard scheduled hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support organizational events and fulfill other assigned responsibilities as necessary.
  • Other assigned duties

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals with IDD and meet the specified qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Join us in creating a supportive and enriching environment for our clients.

Apply now and be a part of our dedicated team committed to enhancing the lives of those we serve!

Job Type: Full-time