Independent Living Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Willowbrook Acres, Illinois, United States Ray Graham Association Current Openings Full time
Job Overview

The Independent Living Support Specialist (Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional) plays a crucial role in delivering case management services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as their families, under the Medicaid Home-Based Waiver program. This position is dedicated to fostering autonomy for approximately 45-50 clients by coordinating, directing, and overseeing essential services.

**Key Responsibilities:**

  • Engaging with Independent Service Coordination agencies for Discovery and/or Personal Planning.
  • Informing individuals of their rights as mandated by regulatory bodies.
  • Ensuring timely completion of Individual Support Plans, Person-Centered Plans, and assessments while maintaining document accuracy.
  • Documenting monthly interactions with clients, families, and community service providers in the approved agency format.
  • Finalizing necessary documentation and paperwork within established deadlines.
  • Maintaining comprehensive virtual files that comply with regulatory standards and confidentiality policies.
  • Providing training in practical skills to empower individuals and families in managing Waiver services independently.
  • Facilitating access to community resources and additional service providers as required.
  • Overseeing waiver funding, monthly budgeting, Medicaid eligibility, and compliance record-keeping.
  • Assisting clients in acquiring adaptive equipment, assistive technology, and modifications for home and vehicle accessibility.

**Qualifications:**

  • A minimum of one year of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • A Bachelor's degree in a Human Services-related field.

**Additional Requirements:**

  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Clear background checks from State Police and Health Care Worker Registry.
  • A valid driver's license.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening.

**Work Schedule:**

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM



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