QDDP

Ability Plus, Inc.

SUMMARY

The Qualified Developmental Disability Professional (QDDP) is responsible for direct supervision of house managers and house managers in training and developing/supervising habilitation services and the daily operation of residential homes for intellectually disabled people.

 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

 

•           Supervise the habilitation process of each individual to include: writing the Lifestyle Support Plan (LSP) and Behavior Support    

              Plans (BSP) documents, chairing LSP/BSP meetings, developing training and service objectives, and instructing staff on     

              continuous implementation of LSP’s and BSP’s.

•             Maintain frequent and consistent contact with representatives of referring agencies.

•             Supervise and develop House Managers and House Managers in Training, as well as direct care staff to include: in-servicing 

              and timely submission of new-hire documentation, immediate submission of Payroll change Notices for any changes made in

              an employee’s schedule/status, scheduling monthly staff meetings, performance appraisals, disciplinary action, and

              management of daily operations of staffing.

•             Execute and provide input for new strategies and programs to attract clients.

•             Establish/develop/conduct facility tours as directed by Regional Director.

•             Prepare and evaluate employee job performance, make recommendations regarding personnel action to management, assign

              staff duties, develop staff schedules, and coordinate staff leave time.

•             Monitor and document process of individuals to include: data collection, periodic progress reports, and other documentation as

              stipulated by state governing bodies or by company management.

•             Develop and supervise implementation of LSP/BSP and closely monitor staff for correct implementation and effectiveness.  

              also responsible for the determination of effectiveness of the program.

•             Coordinate activities in the home and community including day training and/or employment and recreational activities.

•             Develop and maintain positive relationships with staff, individuals served, families, case managers, and other agencies.

•             Manage health and safety of individuals through preventive techniques, provide management of minor illnesses or injuries, and

              render assistance in medical emergency.  Schedule and coordinate medical appointments as needed.

•             Maintain and implement ongoing compliance with federal and state regulations/standards including Medicaid Waiver.

•             Provide on-site review and oversight of the facility including routine maintenance, vehicle maintenance, and compliance of

              health, safety, petty cash, and regulatory requirements.

•             Manage finances in compliance with the facility budget including overtime, residential and household accounts, grocery

              shopping, and general management of the facility.

•             Attend meetings and in-service training as scheduled and conduct in-service training to direct care staffing as needed.

•             Share on-call responsibilities and confer with consultants as necessary.

•             This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other reasonably related duties as  

              assigned by supervisory and/or administrative personnel.

           

 

 

EDUCATION/BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE:

 

·         BA/BS in human services or related field preferred, minimum high school diploma.

·         One year of verifiable experience directly related to the care of people with intellectual disabilities

·         Valid U.S. driver's license and acceptable driving record as determined by Ability Plus’ insurance carrier.

·         Acceptable background check.

·         Proof of Auto Insurance Coverage

·         2-4 years experience in direct care environment

 

 

NECESSARY SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES - The ability to:

 

·         Communicate effectively with internal and external personnel, both verbally and in writing.

·         Exhibit strong motivational, organizational, team building and leadership skills.

·         Skill in examining and take part in the re-engineering of operational procedures.

·         Ability to speak and write and prepare complete, concise and clear reports.

·         Ability to perform housekeeping duties.

·         Ability to intervene during crisis situations.

·         Adequate vision and hearing to be able to supervise clients properly as required.

·         Ability to remain awake, aware and alert during working hours and work independently.

·         Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects.

·         Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule and regional travel.

 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

·         Working conditions are normal for an office and home health care environment.

·         Work requires ongoing interaction with intellectually disabled clients.

·         Work will require frequent local driving.

·         Work requires weekend and evening work.

·         Work can require frequent walking, standing, bending and lifting up to the weight of an adult.

 

AbilityPlus is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing its staff with a safe working environment and a workplace that is free of harassment and discrimination.