Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job description:

Core Health Provider Services, Inc has an employment opportunity as a Developmental Disabilities Professional for Residential Services at our office in Marietta, GA. Our mission is to serve adults with special needs and elderly clients, by providing specialized services activities, learning opportunities and supports to help individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities live independently in their communities and Group homes. Supports are individually planned and tailored to meet the specific needs of the individuals we serve. A Developmental Disability Professional (DDP) at Core Health Provider Services, must have at least 3 years of experience as a Direct Support Professional or related work experience with persons with developmental disabilities.

The DDP will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the private home care programs at Core Health.

The ideal candidate must be friendly, have excellent communication and multitasking skills, have a positive attitude, a "can-do" attitude, and have a strong work ethic.

Job Title: Developmental Disability Professional (DDP) Residential Services

Location: Marietta, GA 30067

Classification: Full Time; Salary

Pay Rate: $44,000 - $47,000; depending on experience

Benefits: PTO; Paid Holidays, Sick Time, Health and Dental Insurance

Education & Required Experience:

Must be 21 years of age or older

Must have Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field

Must have management experience and be able to manage staff

Must be detail-oriented and able to maintain confidentiality

Computer systems – Therap, Health Risk Screening Tool, IDD Connects

Intimate knowledge of DD Services and funding sources (NOW/COMP Waivers, state funded) and service rates

Budgeting and Maximizing service units of individuals in all services

Must have effective communication skills and be able to speak, listen, write clearly

Must submit to a DBHDD criminal background check

Must provide pre-employment physical and TB screening

Must be able to work in the U.S.

Must have or able to obtain CPR/First Aid certification

Must be a positive team player and maintain a positive attitude

Must be flexible in working hours and be willing to work additional hours as needed

Must be able to work with different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Document monthly home visits

Daily review of progress notes

Monthly documentation (summaries, HRST updates, DDP ISP review notes)

Ensure that the services, supports, treatment, and care respect the vision of the individual

Communicate effectively with staff, and parents/providers

Completes incident reports (non-critical, critical, death reports and follow-ups)

Focus on Client Needs: Anticipate, understand and respond to the needs of internal and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters

Foster teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness

Overseeing the services and supports provided to participants that include;

Monitors and/or participates in the implementation and delivery of the Individual Service Plan (ISP).

Supervises the delivery of service and ensures the strategies reflect the goals and objectives of the ISP.

Providing, arranging, or overseeing curricula used in staff training and directed to service delivery in the context of the individual’s goals and objectives;

Participates in the development of the ISP

Scheduling

Conducts functional assessments to support formulation of the individuals plan for delivery of all waiver services

Creates outcome measurement and quarterly summaries on assigned individuals

Involved in identifying ongoing supports as needed (medical and/or behavioral) in collaboration with appropriate personnel

Complete the SIS, HRST, and ISP trainings by DBHDD. In addition to any others as needed or required, if qualified.

Supervising high intensity services that address health and safety risks for the individuals that include: Reviewing and the implementation and effectiveness of the Behavior Support Plan or Crisis Plan. Track, revise, and ensure training of target behaviors and replacement behaviors to all staff

Communicates with providers and service monitors

Meets assigned responsibilities utilizing Performance Indicators.

Active participation in the planning meeting documented in either the meeting minutes/notes and/or progress notes prior to ISP meeting.

Documents contact with the SC prior to the ISP date.

Other duties as assigned

Work Remotely

No

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

On call

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

intellectual and/or developmental disabilities: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person