Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional

Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional

Developmental Options is a community-based non-profit providing comprehensive care and services to individuals with developmental delays. Our mission is to empower the people we serve by fostering independence and enhancing their quality of life.

We are looking for a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional to join our team. As a QIDP in our ICF/IID program, you will design, implement, and monitor the individual program plans that guide each resident’s active treatment. You will coordinate the interdisciplinary team, support direct care staff, and work with families to keep services effective and compliant. Success means measurable resident progress, strong team coordination, and documentation that meets federal ICF/IID standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and update individual program plans (IPPs) based on each resident’s assessed needs and goals
• Monitor resident progress and revise plans to improve outcomes
• Integrate and coordinate services across the interdisciplinary team, including nursing, therapy, and direct support staff
• Apply behavior management techniques to promote positive behaviors and reduce challenging behaviors
• Provide direct support to residents as needed
• Train and coach staff on active treatment, individualized supports, and best practices in resident care
• Collaborate with families, guardians, caregivers, and outside professionals to coordinate services
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with ICF/IID regulations
• Protect resident confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field, such as psychology, social work, special education, rehabilitation counseling, or a related field
• At least one year of experience working directly with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities
• Working knowledge of ICF/IID Conditions of Participation and active treatment standards
• Experience developing individual program or care plans (strongly preferred)
• Knowledge of behavior management and positive behavior support techniques
• Clear, professional communication with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Preferred: CPR/First Aid certification

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick time, accrued after 6 months
• Medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance (varies by position)
• 401(k) after 1 year, with Developmental Options matching up to 5%
• Paid training and professional development
• Mission-driven work with a supportive team

If you want to make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, apply today and join Developmental Options.

Developmental Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.