Residential Qualified Disability Professional (QDP) (M-F 10am-6pm flex)
Location: Fort Wayne, IN
Hourly Rate: $22.69
Type: Full-Time
Job Summary:
- The Qualified Disabilities Professional (QDP) is responsible for ensuring the development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of person-centered services for individuals receiving residential and Medicaid Waiver services. The QDP promotes high-quality, individualized supports by ensuring compliance with Indiana
Bureau of Disabilities Services (BDS) regulations, 460 IAC, CMS Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Final
Rule requirements, and agency policies. - The QDP serves as the clinical and regulatory resource for assigned programs by facilitating person-centered planning,
monitoring service implementation, coordinating interdisciplinary services, identifying compliance concerns, and
supporting continuous quality improvement. The QDP collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary teams to ensure
services promote independence, health, safety, community integration, and meaningful outcomes for every individual
supported.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Ensure person-centered planning and service coordination promotes meaningful outcomes.
• Develop, facilitate and maintain Individualized Support Plans (ISPs).
• Complete annual, quarterly and other required service plan reviews.
• Coordinate assessments and collect information necessary for individualized planning.
• Ensure goals are individualized, measurable and outcome driven.
• Monitor implementation of support plans and provide guidance when revisions are needed.
• Evaluate progress toward desired outcomes and modify plans as appropriate.
• Ensure services reflect each individual's preferences, strengths, interests and informed choices.- Assist individuals, families and guardians in understanding the planning process.
• Ensure individuals actively participate in decisions affecting their services.
2. Ensure compliance with state, federal and agency requirements.
Monitor compliance with:
460 IAC regulations
BDS Medicaid Waiver requirements
Article 9 Client Rights
CMS HCBS Final Rule
BQIS standards
Agency policies and procedures
Conduct routine record reviews and documentation audits.
Monitor implementation of rights restrictions, behavior support plans and risk mitigation strategies.
Ensure required documentation is complete, accurate and submitted within established timelines.
Identify compliance concerns and recommend corrective actions.
Participate in survey preparation, mock surveys and regulatory reviews.
Assist with development, implementation and monitoring of Plans of Correction.
Monitor corrective actions to ensure ongoing compliance.
3. Coordinate interdisciplinary services that support the individual's health, safety and quality of life.
Lead or participate in Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings.
Collaborate with:
Families and Guardians
Physicians
Nursing providers
Behavioral clinicians
Therapists
Vocational providers
BDS representatives
Coordinate communication among service providers.
Assist with transitions between providers and services.
Promote access to community resources and meaningful community participation.
Advocate for services that support independence and person-centered outcomes.
4. Monitor quality of services through continuous quality improvement activities.
Conduct quality assurance reviews of assigned programs.
Monitor trends involving incidents, investigations, documentation and service delivery.
Review data to evaluate effectiveness of services and supports.
Recommend process improvements to enhance quality and compliance.
Monitor implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
Assist leadership with identifying systemic compliance risks before they become survey deficiencies.
Support agency performance improvement initiatives.
5. Provide consultation, education and technical support.
Serve as a subject matter expert regarding:
Person-centered planning
HCBS Final Rule
460 IAC regulations
Article 9
Medicaid Waiver requirements
Individual rights
Provide consultation regarding implementation of support plans.
Educate Direct Support Professionals and management regarding regulatory requirements and best practices.
Assist with training related to person-centered planning, documentation and regulatory compliance.
Provide recommendations regarding complex clinical or behavioral situations.
Collaborate with Residential Managers to resolve implementation concerns.
6. Positively represent Easterseals
Uphold agency values, mission and vision.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and applicable regulations.
Communicate professionally with individuals served, families, coworkers and community partners.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation.
Meet established timelines and deadlines.
Complete required trainings and maintain certifications.
Maximize responsible use of agency resources.
Participate in agency meetings, committees and quality initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience:
- At least 18 years of age
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Psychology or related field strongly preferred.
- Experience working with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities; prefer 2 years.
- 1 year of supervisory experience preferred.
- Ability to pass criminal/registry background checks and other checks as deemed necessary
- A valid driver’s license & insured vehicle
- Basic language, written and computer skills necessary for communication and documentation
- Ability and willingness to support individuals with challenging behavior and/or medical concerns
- Ability to pass and maintain required trainings such as CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration and Positive Behavioral Support Training and other trainings as deemed necessary by the agency
Work Environment/Conditions:
QIDP’s work in a changing environment that adjusts to the needs of the individuals in program services. The environment may be fast-paced with interruptions, distractions and deadlines. QIDP’s need to be flexible and be able to adjust to changing needs, activities and locations. Some sites may have tobacco smoke and/or pet dander based on the individual being supported. QIDP’s must have an insured, safe vehicle in good working order to utilize for incidental transportation required for staff and program participants to and from community activities. Incumbent may work with violent/physically aggressive participants and responds to emergency situations involving potential physical harm to self and others. Incumbent may work extended hours, evenings, and occasionally travels out-of-town as needed. Physical Requirement: Depending on the needs of the individuals, the work can be physically demanding including transferring or supporting people with mobility needs, lifting or moving items up to 75 lbs, walking or standing for extended periods of time or providing support through CPR/First Aid, behavioral support, and other interventions.
Benefits:
- 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
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid training and continued education opportunities
- Advancement opportunities
- Tuition Assistance
Additional Info:
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant.
- All Cardinal Services locations are tobacco-free.
Application: To learn more and apply, visit the Easterseals Arc of Northeast Indiana website at www.eastersealsnei.org.