Qualified Disability Professional (QDP)

Cardinal Services, Inc. of Indiana; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan

Vacation, Sick and Personal Time

Employee referral bonus

Holiday pay

Paid training and continued education

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Cardinal Services, Inc. of Indiana in Warsaw, IN seeks a Residential Qualified Disability Professional (QDP) to ensure personal support plans are implemented and coordinated, supervising Residential Supervisors and guiding program activities to support physical, emotional, and social development of individuals with disabilities.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or RN, at least one year of relevant experience, strong organization, and ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, education, or a related field.
• RN license or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Minimum one year of direct support experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to physically assist and lift up to 75 pounds.
• Proficient computer and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate each person’s plan across health, nutrition, development, and living skills.
• Monitor progress and achieve goals for individuals served.
• Supervise Residential Supervisors, including interviewing and evaluating staff as needed.
• Ensure confidentiality, ethics, and dignity of individuals with disabilities.
• Represent the organization with integrity in all interactions.
• Align daily operations with organizational standards and community connections.
• Assist individuals during emergencies per behavior plans.
• Maintain a calm, professional demeanor in challenging situations.

Skills

Basic math

Physical tasks

Computer skills

ICF/MR regs

Behavior management

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's in related field

RN (Registered Nurse)

Tools

Hoyer lift

Job description

Residential Qualified Disability Professional (QDP)

Location: Warsaw, IN (Kosciusko County, Adult Services)
Hourly Rate: $22.69
Type: Full-Time, Monday-Friday 8 am-4 pm Flex hours including early mornings and evenings as needed.

Job Summary:

As a Residential Qualified Disability Professional (QDP), you will play a crucial role in connecting individuals with disabilities to their community by ensuring that their personal support plans are properly implemented and coordinated. This position includes direct supervision of Residential Supervisors and provides leadership to ensure that all program aspects support the physical, emotional, and social development of individuals with disabilities, in line with state and federal regulations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee and ensure the integration and coordination of each person’s plan, which covers areas such as physical health, nutritional status, sensorimotor development, affective development, speech and language development, auditory functioning, cognitive development, vocational, social development, and independent living skills.
• Monitor progress and ensure the achievement of goals for each individual served.
• Provide direct supervision to Residential Supervisors, including interviewing, hiring, evaluating, disciplining, and/or discharging employees as needed per company policies.
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality, ethics, and the rights and dignity of individuals with disabilities.
• Maintain professional demeanor and represent the organization with integrity.
• Ensure that the daily operations of the residential program align with organizational standards and local community connections.
• Assist individuals with disabilities as prescribed in their behavior management plans or during emergencies.
• Maintain a calm, even temperament during difficult or aggressive situations.

Job Requirements:

• Education: A bachelor's degree in psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Education, Special Education, or a related field, OR a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Experience: Minimum of one year of direct support experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Skills:
  • Basic math skills (e.g., balancing a checkbook and petty cash).
  • Ability to perform a variety of physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, and assisting individuals as needed.
  • Competence in using a computer, including word processing, spreadsheets, and email.
  • Knowledge of ICF/MR regulations, person-centered planning, behavior management, psychotropic medication, residential group homes, adult day services, supported employment, assistive technology, crisis intervention, financial management, and community connections.
  • Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to physically redirect and assist individuals as needed (including using assistive devices such as a Hoyer lift).
• Transportation: Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, proof of auto insurance, and be willing to drive personal vehicle when necessary.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work non-standard hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as flexibility in locations.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and assist individuals as needed, including the use of a modified van with a lift.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Plan
• Vacation, Sick and Personal Time
• Employee referral bonus
• Holiday pay
• Paid training and continued education opportunities
• Tuition Assistance

Additional Info:

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant.
• All Cardinal Services locations are tobacco-free.

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