Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP)

Marklund; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Paid Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Marklund in Elgin, IL is seeking a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) for our Community Day Services. This full-time role runs Monday–Friday, 10AM–6PM with on-call rotation and is based at the Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin.

The starting salary is $50,960. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services and meet the essential functions of the job. DHS QIDP credential is preferred or required as noted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services field.
• One year paid experience with developmentally disabled persons.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Create IPP schedule for residents and assist with overseeing classroom schedule.
• Develop, train, and implement Individual Program Plans for each resident on caseload.
• Supervision of caregivers regarding implementation of active treatment programming and documentation.
• Maintain facility active treatment program in compliance with IDPA/IDPH regulations by completing necessary paperwork and training.
• Monitor, implement, and/or change any and all behavior programs and safety devices as necessary.
• In-service appropriate staff members on goals, positioning, active treatment, and equipment weekly.

Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services

Job description

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Marklund in Elgin is hiring a Qualified IntellectualDisabilities Professional (QIDP) for our Community Day Services!

Would you like to make a difference in the lives of others and beappreciated for what you do?

Join us in making everyday life possible for individuals withprofound disabilities and love your job!

Marklund is seeking a highly motivated and mission-centeredindividual for the position of QIDP. This is a full-time position ofMonday - Friday, 10AM - 6PMwith on-call rotationand is based out of the Marklund Wasmond Center located in Elgin, IL.The starting salary for this position is $50,960.Candidates must beable to perform the essential functions of the job and to meet itsfunctional and environmental requirements.

We value our employees and always strive to maintain a stimulatingwork environment.Join us today, so YOU can make the ‘MarklundDifference’ like Jessica has!

Here is Jessica’s Story!

"When I first started at Marklund,I had no clue what toexpect. I thought it would just be a job and nothing more. As Istarted working I got much more out of Marklund than just a job, Igot a second family. I enjoy every day coming to work and caring forall the residents. Days when I work I walk in to my name beingshouted with joy by some of the residents and that's an amazingfeeling to know they are happy to see me. It may be hard worksometimes, but it's more than rewarding. Every day I see the smileson the resident's faces and I know I'm doing a good thing. Marklundis way more than just a job, it's a fun place to work."

Who We Are:

Marklund is a nonprofit organization that provides residential,educational and therapy services to infants, children, teens andadults with serious and profound developmental disabilities andspecial healthcare needs. With two residential locations – theMarklund Hyde Center in Geneva and the Marklund Wasmond Center inElgin, it is currently home to nearly 178 residents. The Marklund DaySchool offers Multi-Needs and Life Skills programs for children andyoung adults with multiple medical needs, and those diagnosed on theautism spectrum. In addition, our Community Day Services program ateach site is a therapeutic day program for adults who reside atMarklund and those who come in from the community.

Marklund provides a rich culture where everything we do contributesto our mission of “making everyday life possible for individuals withprofound disabilities.” Each and every employee’s job contributes toMarklund’s vision of providing a happy, safe purpose-filled life forevery individual with intellectual and development disabilities, andis integral to enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve. Aspart of our private, not-for-profit network of services, you willlearn what it’s like to have the individuals we serve not only changeyour career, but also change your life.

Responsibilities:

• Create IPP schedule for residents and assist with overseeingclassroom schedule
• Develop, train, and implement Individual Program Plans for eachresident on caseload.
• Supervision of Caregivers regarding implementation of activetreatment programming and documentation.
• Maintain facility active treatment program in compliance withIDPA/IDPH regulations by completing necessary paperwork and training.
• Monitor, implement, and/or change any and all behavior programsand safety devices as necessary.
• In-service appropriate staff members on goals, positioning, activetreatment, and equipment weekly.
• Please note that this job summary is not designed to cover orcontain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, orresponsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time withor without notice.

As an equal opportunity employer, Marklund respects andsupports diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our work environment.

Experience and Skills

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services field

One year paid experience with developmentally disabled persons.Ability to communicate effectively, in both written and verbal forms.

DHS QIDP

When you join the Marklund team, you receive the following:

Compensation & Benefits we offer YOU

Full-Time Employees:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company PaidLife Insurance for all FT employees
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Short -Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)*
• *School Employees Receive “Closed Days” and Sick/Personal
• PTO Cash-In & Conversion Twice Per Year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Extended Sick Bank

Full-Time and Part-Time Employee Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Credit Union Membership
• Retirement Savings Plan – eligible upon hire
• Marklund matches up to 5%

Ways we appreciate YOU

• Annual Employee Recognition Dinner and Celebration
• Years of Service Awards and Gifts beginning at 5 years
• You Caught My Eye – Monthly Employee Award
• Thanksgiving Turkey
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Training & Growth Opportunities for YOU

• We promote from within whenever possible
• You are paid while you train:
• In-House Training Programs
• Leadership Training Program
• Employee Workshops on a variety of topics