Area Support Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional
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Salary: $38,516.00 - $67,404.00 AnnuallyLocation : Burke County, NCJob Type: Permanent Full-TimeJob Number: 24-02850 RDC 60052798Department: Dept of Health and Human ServicesDivision: J. Iverson Riddle Developmental CenterOpening Date: 08/02/2024Closing Date: ContinuousJob Class Title: Human Service Provider Prog Coord IIPosition Number: 60052798Section: DHHS/JIRDCWork Location: BurkeSalary Grade: NC09Description of WorkThe Primary Purpose of the Support Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) is to provide quality oversight as it relates to resident rights and implementation of quality initiatives within all components of the assigned area's program related to residential and habilitative services. This position will investigate with advocacy any alleged rights infringements as defined by policy. Resident related safety concerns without an allegation or suspicion of a rights infringement will also be investigated by the position.The Support QIDP provides oversight of corrective plans from management investigations and safety events. The main method to ensure that plans are being implemented is through direct observation. This includes using formal monitoring tools such as mealtime, basic care, and environmental. Lastly, the Support QIDP provides oversight in the area of resident safety. Specifically, the Support QIDP works with the home QIDP in analysis of resident accident/incident and safety events. Any follow up and preventive measures that are put in place will be reviewed and monitored by the Support QIDP.This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.This is a re-post of position 60052798. All applicants remain under consideration and no not need to re-apply. Salary Grade NC09; Recruitment Range $38,516.00 - $67,404.00 Position 60052798 - Program Services/Residential Services, 1st shift (8:00a - 5:00p), Monday - Friday with on call duties as scheduled including rotating weekendsAbout J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center:The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, North Carolina is an ICF certified facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We provide comprehensive residential care to citizens from 37 counties in the western portion of the state. JIRDC is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive, & functional abilities.The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center is located just an hour from the Queen City of Charlotte home of the Carolina Panthers and the City of Asheville home to the world renowned Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn. Our facility sits on one of the most picturesque properties in Burke County. We are nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains and just minutes from beautiful Lake James. Nearby Pisgah National Forest offers outdoor adventure and fun for the whole family.Make a living. Make a difference. Make this home.Click here to see what our facility is allabout, then click here for more information about the wonderful area we call Home.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesTo receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following.

• Documented supervisory experience.
• Documented experience investigating workplace issues.
• Documented experience working as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) or Qualified Professional (QP).

Management preferences:

• Thorough knowledge of the concepts, practices, and techniques of the field of intellectual and other developmental disabilities.
• Ability to coordinate the developmental, implementation and evaluation of person-centered services.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in oral and written form.
• Ability to keep records, documentation, analyze data and run reports.

Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsSome state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail. Bachelor's degree in a human services or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience providing professional or direct services (either paid or volunteer) in a setting that serves individuals with disabilities.Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities.Supplemental and Contact InformationThe North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying you when the job has been filled.For technical issues with your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-###-####. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact HR at (828) ###-####. ABOUT NC DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES (DHHS): The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and, in order to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care. For more information about the NC Department of Health and Human Services, please visit COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. For more information about compensation and benefits, please visit NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.01 What is your highest level of education? (This information is required to be reflected on your application so please check the application again before submitting.)

• Highschool Diploma / GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• None of the above

02 Do you have a bachelor's degree or above in a human services or related field? (This information is required to be reflected on your application so please check the application again before submitting.)

• Yes
• No

03 How many years of experience do you have providing professional or direct services (either paid or volunteer) in a setting that serves individuals with disabilities? (This information is required to be reflected on your application so please check the application again before submitting.)

• Less than one year
• 1 to 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• More than 4 years
• No experience

04 Do you have supervisory experience? (This information is required to be reflected on your application so please check the application again before submitting.)

• Yes
• No

05 Do you have documented experience investigating workplace issues? (This information is required to be reflected on your application so please check the application again before submitting.)

• Yes
• No

06 Do you have documented experience working as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) or Qualified Professional (QP)? (This information is required to be reflected on your application so please check the application again before submitting.)

• Yes
• No

07 I UNDERSTAND that DHHS requires a complete descriptive work history with all employment experience detailed in the work experience section of the application to be considered for employment. I have included all of this information within my application, and understand resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.

• Yes, I understand and have fully completed all requirements.

08 Where did you learn about DHHS or this opportunity?

• Company or OSHR Website
• Employee Referral
• Professional Association or Industry-specific job board
• Conference / Career Fair
• LinkedIn
• Other Social Media
• Theater Advertisement
• Internet Advertisement
• TV / Radio
• Indeed
• Other General Job Boards
• Google
• Other Search Engines

09 Please give additional detail where you learned of DHHS or this opportunity. (e.g., APA Annual Meeting in NYC in May 2018, Facebook, Doximity, NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.) Required Question