Developmental Disability Professional

Job Summary: The main focus of the DDP is to coordinate the development and implementation of supported living services with referral source, consumer and employee, ensuring the delivery of quality services. This coordination occurs through the direct supervision of employees, supports for consumers, and ongoing communication with family, community, funding and licensure sources.The DDP will educate and connect with clients and caregivers throughout our Macon, GA territory.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Actively participates in the person centered planning process, including development and implementation of Person Centered Plans (PCPs) and the Individual Support Plan (ISPs)

Design and implement support and teaching strategies targeted at assisting consumers with reaching their outcomes as outlined in the consumer’s ISP

Provide supervision and training to Direct Support Professionals regarding the implementation of the PCP, ISP and teaching strategies

Evaluate and revise support and teaching strategies as necessary to ensure progress toward achievement of outcomes and action steps

Regularly monitor the implementation of the PCP and ISP

Revise PCP and ISP outcomes as necessary based on data collection, feedback from staff, and direct observation of the consumer

Ensure that services and supports are provided in the PCP and ISP

Facilitate opportunities for natural supports & document specific QDDP activities provided to the consumer

Coordination of consumer benefits including Medicaid, Medicare, SSI, SSA, and Food Stamps

Securing community resources for consumers supported

Scheduling and completion of consumer medical needs

Quality Assurance Related Functions:

Review all forms, notify Case Manager of any incidents, and provide oversight for the follow up plan with staff

Maintain communication with family members, guardians, staff and Case Manager on a regular basis, particularly regarding policies, issues, and concerns

Prepare and submit reports that are required by contract, funding sources, or regulations

Supervision/Training Related Functions:

Coordinate in-service trainings needed to assist staff in fulfilling responsibilities related to consumer directed support

Provide oversight with documentation of the Medication Administration Record with checks of the MAR at least once per week

Monitor and record required trainings for staff and schedule updates as needed to remain current. Complete monthly staff schedule ensuring appropriate levels of staff coverage

Provide direct support in providing services needed to protect the health and safety of the consumer, in a staffing crisis

Provide training and oversight for staff regarding Medicaid Waiver guidelines and licensing and certification standards

Communicate with the Interdisciplinary Team about concerns and findings

Be available to respond to staff in case of an emergency

Perform on-site evaluations for all field staff

Complete all annual evaluations and submit to Manager one month prior to hire date anniversary to ensure timely reviews

Education and Experience:

BA/BS Degree in healthcare related field required

Experience in the field of developmental disabilities (preferred, not required)

Supervisory experience is a plus

What We're Offering:

Competitive hourly wage

Benefits (Health/Dental/Vision)

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid and floating holidays

Internal growth opportunities

Supportive leadership team