Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional

About the role

ResCare Community Living, a part of the Sevita family, provides quality services that empower individuals, enhance independence, and help people live well. Since 1974, we’ve supported individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more independently at home and in their community. With our dedicated team and experienced staff, we provide person-centered services that help people build skills, overcome challenges, and reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee organization and implementation of direct supports, person-centered planning and implementation, health care, advocacy, stakeholder relations, regulatory compliance, staffing, training, financial management, and maintenance of the physical environment.
• Staff Management
  • Participate in hiring events and partner with Talent Acquisition to identify hiring needs for Direct Support Professionals and Program Supervisors.
  • Organize and implement on-site orientation and training; monitor training compliance and documentation; conduct monthly staff meetings; attend monthly regional meetings.
  • Design and monitor schedules to ensure shift coverage and minimize overtime.
  • Conduct rotating performance snapshots and evaluations; review and approve performance evaluations.
  • Coach employees, correct behavior, and manage disciplinary actions and terminations in consultation with managers and HR.
  • Ensure employee safety and workers’ compensation compliance; assist in return-to-work efforts; implement safety training.
• Program Management
  • Act as the Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) where required; write and approve individual program plans; train staff on implementation.
  • Audit individual records and program documentation for accuracy and completion.
  • Conduct progress meetings and reviews; oversee licensing compliance and program documentation.
  • Implement the Sevita compliance plan; manage individual rights and confidentiality standards.
  • Oversee management of individuals’ funds and property; audit financial accounts.
  • Maintain productive relations with individuals, families, case managers, and stakeholders; provide regular communication.
  • Engage in government and community relations; participate in advocacy efforts and prepare for home visits.
  • Implement strategies to reduce serious incidents; review incidents and ensure timely reporting.
• Health Care
  • Coordinate health care appointments and monitor attendance.
  • Oversee medication administration, documentation, and security; ensure staff certification/training.
  • Approve purchases of medical supplies and equipment; ensure training in proper use.
  • Monitor food service for dietary compliance and individual choice; ensure staff certification/training in meal preparation.
• Financial Management
  • Approve purchases of food, supplies, and equipment; review monthly invoices for accuracy and budgetary compliance.
  • Oversee census, attendance, and documentation to ensure accurate billing and compliance.
  • Monitor staffing hours for budgetary compliance.
• Census Management
  • Monitor census performance and escalate potential service disruptions.
  • Review referrals to validate fit and identify barriers; coordinate in-person site visits.
  • Coordinate preparations for expected placements including staffing, funding, home setup, and safety requirements.
• Maintenance
  • Ensure vehicles are properly maintained, clean, and safe; implement training and safety procedures.
  • Monitor and implement strategies for neat, clean, and safe program environments.
  • Oversee environmental safety; establish preventive maintenance schedules; maintain furnishings and facilities in good repair and compliant with regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as required, including backfilling roles and being available on-call to support staff, find coverage, or cover shifts.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage Direct Support Professionals, Program Supervisors, and other direct or indirect staff.
• Complete performance evaluations, orientation, and training.
• Make decisions on hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, discipline, terminations, and similar actions.
• Resolve employee problems within position responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Two to three years of related experience in the Human Services Industry preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Current driver’s license, car registration, and auto insurance if driving on behalf of the Company or providing transportation.
• Licensure(s) as required by state.
• Medication Management Certificate issued with completion of Company-provided training.
• Mandatory Reporter Certificate issued with completion of Company-provided training.
• Other training(s) and/or certification(s) per state requirements and/or service line.
• For specific programs: AZ Behavioral Health programs must meet BHT requirements.

Work Environment

• Works at the program location(s) they oversee.
• Oversees services or supports in residential, vocational, or in-home settings.
• Travel as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.