Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional

What You'll Do 

As the Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP), you will be responsible for the execution of each client’s Individual Program Plan (IPP), ensuring that all services are coordinated according to their unique service plan. You will also oversee the consistency and quality of services provided to each client.

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Managing casework for each individual enrolled in the ICF/DD program, ensuring continuity of care.
• Overseeing the implementation of individualized service plans through direct observation, documentation review, and collateral communication, in compliance with program policies and state regulations.
• Completing all required program documentation and reports promptly and accurately.
• Facilitate coordination and monitor services provided by external organizations (e.g., schools, day programs) through consistent progress reviews and participation in IEP/ISP meetings.
• Ensuring effective service delivery by contracted consultants, including Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Pathology, and Psychological Services.
• Maintaining consistent, transparent communication with Residential Manager, family members, the CSE chairperson, and clinical providers to support individuals across residential and educational settings.
• Ensuring that all staff members are adequately trained to meet the unique needs of each individual.
• Fostering collaboration across interagency departments while adhering to the established chain of command.
• Assisting in the referral process to alternative programs and working closely with families and social worker to support transition planning.
• Providing direct care assistance as needed to support program continuity and client well-being.

You’re a great fit for this role if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services or related field 
• Minimum of one (1) year direct experience in the care and training of persons with developmental disabilities
• Valid driver’s license (required)

Compensation

$24-$28 Per Hour

Who We Are

The mission of Easterseals New York is to spread help, hope and answers.

We operate programs that enable people with special needs to achieve equality, dignity, and independence in their own communities. We provide exceptional services to ensure that all people with disabilities or special needs and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work and play in their communities. We change the way the world defines and views disability by making profound, positive differences in people's lives every day. Easterseals has been an American Institution since 1919.   

Easterseals New York joined The Fedcap Group in 2015.   

Website: www.Easterseals.com/newyork

The Fedcap Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are an EEO employer committed to diversity, M/F/D/V.