QIDP / Case Manager - Developmental Disabilities Job Opening

QIDP / Case Manager - Developmental Disabilities

Bethesda Lutheran Communities

Cortland, Illinois
Category: Case Manager

Overview

Responsible to the Regional Director or Designee for supervision of individuals’ supports, maintenance of assigned programs, development and implementation of Individual Service Plans. Supports and assists people in attaining their needs, desires, and dreams through the most efficient and effective use of staff. Assures quality services by arranging for or providing staff training, developing and maintaining budgets, providing an environment that is conducive to the welfare of the people served and in accordance with federal, state, local and organizational regulations and policies. Provides leadership and serves as an advocate to ensure appropriate treatment, teaching and protection of rights of the persons served.
May manage Program Managers. Manages Lead Direct Support Professionals and Direct Support Professionals. Monitors personnel management, coordination of individual appointments and activities, facility maintenance and management of individuals’ personal fund accounts. Responsible for budget compliance within assigned programs. Recommends and assists with staff performance evaluations, coaching, and corrective action. Develop and cultivate positive relationships with families and other stakeholders. Supports the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values, ensuring that individuals are assisted in practicing their faith and treated with the utmost respect.

What we have to offer you

Our full-time benefits include:
  • Medical/ Dental coverage options
  • Free vision discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Generous paid time off (16.5 days accrued in the first year!)
  • Company-paid life
  • AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance with the option to supplement coverage
  • An extended illness benefit
  • A 403(b) plan with dollar-per-dollar match on contributions up to 3% of wages
  • And MANY MORE!*
We offer advancement opportunities, competitive pay and benefits. Along with CPR and 1st Aid training, we also conduct on-the-job trainings and pay referral bonuses for recruiting top quality employees.

What we want to see from you

Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Services Field required, and one year of experience in ID/DD field. One year in a management role preferred.
Must possess good verbal, reading, and written communication in English; basic math skills; and basic computer skills.
Must be certified to be free of communicable diseases by a physician (post-employment physical)

Certificates, Licenses or Registrations:
Must have valid drivers license and clear driving record; must have cleared and approved criminal record check; must have legal status in the U.S.; must hold First Aid/CPR certification.

Physical Demands:
Must be able to assist with a two-person lift of an adult; must be able to do frequent bending and lifting; and must be able to stand for eight (8) hours at a time.

Other Competencies (skills, abilities, behaviors):
Thorough knowledge of mental retardation and methods of programming which will increase the independent living skills of each individual; skill in coordinating such programs in providing supervision to professional persons in the field of mental retardation. Personal qualities which make for positive interpersonal relationships; strong commitment to the team approach in community programming for individuals; evidence of knowledge and interest in continued professional growth; membership and participation in appropriate professional organizations; ability to communicate effectively in both the oral and written modes; must be flexible in working hours and be willing to work additional hours as needed.

What you'll be doing

  • Facilitates the planning, development and implementation of person-centered plans; develops individuals goals and outcomes with people supported; coordinating and participating in individual plan meetings; monitors, documents and reports progress toward meeting outcomes; ensures supports needed are in place to meet outcomes; coordinates communications with other service agencies to ensure individual outcomes are met.
  • Ensures opportunities to build social capital are planned, and occur; assist each individual in creating natural support networks.
  • Directs and coordinates the activities of all program, treatment and teaching of individuals in assigned homes/locations.
  • Oversees the development of integrated and coordinated active treatment program for each individual on their caseload.
  • Oversees/develops the Quality Assurance plans to monitor the implementation of each program to ensure Active Treatment.
  • Oversees/provides staff training and supervision to ensure that staff provide quality active treatment and personal cares according to regulations and BLC policy following established routines through coaching/mentoring/training.
  • Ensures timely completion of QDDP responsibilities and paperwork.
  • Other duties as assigned.
To apply please submit your resume to [email protected]

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