M-F Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP)

Rimland; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Rimland is seeking a M-F Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) in Des Plaines, IL. The role focuses on coordinating services, monitoring client progress, and ensuring plan implementations align with individual goals.

You will advocate for clients, participate in care planning, and ensure DHS/HCBS compliance. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, with a base rate of $27.60/hour and overtime eligibility.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience working directly with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in a human services field as listed.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving history to drive company vehicles.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor each client's progress towards ISP goals.
• Participate in all Personal Care Plan meetings and lead ISSA visits.
• Communicate safety and well-being issues to supervisors.
• Assist clients in the community to implement the Calendar of Life.
• Maintain good relationships with volunteers and community organizations.
• Ensure supplies are available to carry out identified outcomes per the plan.

Skills

Experience with IDD

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services fields (social work, psychology, sociology, special education, or rehabilitation counseling)

Job description

M-F Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP)

NO ON-CALL
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Eligibility Requirements

• You must have 1+ year of experience working directly with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• You must have a bachelors degree in a human services field such as social work, psychology, sociology, special education, or rehabilitation counseling.
• You must have a valid drivers license & a clean driving historyto drive company vehicles
• You must have reliable transportation

Pay

Base rate: $27.60/hour

This is a nonexempt position & is eligible for overtime

About the Company

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.

About the Position

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 & wishes. You areresponsible for integrating, coordinating, and monitoring each client’s progress towards 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 aboutDHS Rules 50, 119 and HCBS. Some of your responsibilities include:

Client Advocacy

• Participate in all Personal Care Plan meetings to aide in the development of the Implementation Strategy and calendar of life
• Lead ISSA visits
• 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
• Ensure needed supplies are available to carry out identified outcomes per the individuals plan andorder as needed

Documentation

• Complete a monthly summary of client progress
• Assure full implementation of programming is reflective in Therap (ISP data, GER, BER, etc.)
• Update Implementation Strategies upon receipt of updated Personal Plan from ISC
• Complete monthly inspection of the CILA homes

Training

• 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 reinforcements for areas such as: HCBS,Rule 115 & 119 and personal plans
• Train staff on the individuals Implementation Strategy and outcomes

Compliance

• 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 of DSPs

Other duties and projects as assigned.

Other duties and projects as assigned.

Location & Schedule

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

Location: Des Plaines, IL

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Benefits

• Generous paid leave
• Insurance (group healthafter 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

Requirements

You must meet the following requirements:

Pass

• A fingerprint criminal background check
• A child abuse and neglect check

Provide

• An original document (no photocopies) showing high school completion or high school equivalency. Examples include: High school diploma, GED certificate, college transcript
• Residency for the past 2 years
• Current & original documents that verify your identity & ability to legally work in the United States
• Two verifiable employment references within the last 3 years

Do you have a degree in Psychology, Social work, Sociology, BCBA, or a human services related field?*

Do you have a car?*

Are you currently listed on the IL Health Care Worker Registry as a "DD-Aide"?*

I have at least 1 year of working with individuals with developmental disabilities.*