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Direct Support Professional Do you have a desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others?  Join our Dominion Waiver Services team and support adults and children diagnosed with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities. Our services help these individuals gain independence by providing supports and training in everyday living skills in the comfort of their own homes and communities. Our ideal candidate is: Highly dependable, kind, and service-oriented Adaptable and eager to learn Passionate about helping those diagnosed with a disability live a more fulfilled life As a Direct Support Professional, you will: Provide companionship to individuals in their homes and communities. Support their unique needs by assisting with activities of daily living and skill building to increase independence. Empower individuals to develop their own lifestyle by encouraging expression of their likes and dislikes, and teaching decision-making skills. Encourage and foster individuals’ preferred hobbies, interests, and skills while working toward community integration to help create natural friendships and support systems. Assist with and develop communication and socialization skills. Assist with personal care tasks to ensure hygiene and nutrition needs are met. Teach coping skills that are appropriate for home and community settings as needed. Support the development of plans and schedules. Provide reliable transportation to appointments, meetings, community activities, events, etc.

COMMUNITY BASED COUNSELOR JOB DESCRIPTION Dominion Youth Services is currently seeking Qualified Mental Health Professionals that have a passion to serve individuals and provide quality care. The Community Based Counselor will work with children, adolescents, adults and their families to assist them with managing mental health/behavioral issues and work towards maintaining placement in the home and/or community. If you are seeking a job that is truly rewarding and allows you to have an impact on an individual’s life, come work for Dominion Youth Services today! Since 1999, Dominion Youth services has been providing quality care to individuals and their families. The mission of Dominion Youth Services is to enrich the lives of the people we serve by instilling in them a belief that they have the capabilities to achieve their goals. We provide quality programs that allow individuals to develop the skills necessary for success. Our staff are supportive and caring individuals who are trained to carry out our mission. We strive to be the premier provider of a broad array of services to include mental health, education, intellectual disabilities and autism. QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires you to be registered with the Board of Counseling as a QMHP-C. For more information, please visit: https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/counseling/counseling_QMHP.htm   A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or other Human Services related field, and experience providing mental health services to children, adolescents and/or adults. Meet the criteria of a Qualified Mental Health Professional- Child (QMHP-C), Qualified Mental Health Professional-Adult (QMHP-A) and/or Qualified Mental Health Professional-Eligible (QMHP-E) per the Virginia Board of Counseling regulations. Please visit this link for more information, https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/counseling/counseling_QMHP.htm Must hold a valid, current Commonwealth of VA Driver’s License and be insurable by the company’s liability insurance. Other requirements as assigned by DMAS and/or licensure standards. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Engage individuals in individual and/or family sessions while providing psychoeducation, behavioral support and therapeutic interventions. Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques and strategies to assist the individual with maintaining self-control. Educate the individual on and assist them with utilizing coping skills to manage behaviors and emotions. Assess, evaluate and monitor the safety of individuals and others at all times. Develop treatment plans based on recommended goals identified in the individual’s assessment. Complete all required documentation which includes but not limited to, the tracking of all individualized behaviors, individual service plans, monthly reports, quarterly reports, discharge planning, progress notes and all related documentation in compliance with DMAS, Licensure and Dominion Day standards. Engage in Care Coordination with other staff and community service providers to ensure the appropriateness of treatment modalities and services being provided. Attend supervision and staff meetings to address the individual’s needs/progress and any administrative needs. Provide 24-hour emergency response as needed. ADDITIONAL BENEFITS TO JOINING OUR TEAM: Flexible scheduling Providing continuing education to employees Competitive pay and benefits Comprehensive health benefits, including dental & vision coverage Life insurance 401k retirement plan with company match Reimbursement for QMHP registration and renewal Opportunities for supervision, continuing education, and career growth

Indiana MENTOR   is seeking a Behavioral Specialist for the Indianapolis office   to implement the treatment plan for behaviorally challenged and emotionally disturbed individuals by providing individual and/or group support and intervention. Duties include, but limited to:  Completes structured assessment interviews with parents/care providers. Conducts observation of the individual in appropriate settings such as home, school, or community. Reviews social history information, completes functional assessments, and targets appropriate behavior base line information for each referred client. Writes and submits summary of assessment and recommended behavior support plan components to interdisciplinary team (IDT) or program manager as applicable. Ensures behavior support plans and support services provided are in compliance with Individual Plans, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Encourages continuous, age appropriate, active treatment and learning opportunities for individuals served. Advocates for the human rights and civil rights of individuals receiving services from the agency by attending and presenting behavior support plan information to human rights and other review committees. Supports and trains staff in implementing behavior intervention plans and conducts classes and orientations as assigned by the program director. Attends staff meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings, as applicable. Monitors assigned cases and initiates termination/transition process when appropriate. Ensures optimal caseload is maintained. Assures that documentation and records are kept confidential, organized, and complete. Submits monthly documentation to supervisor in an accurate and timely manner. Develops and maintains professional relationships with local contacts, other professionals, and staff members. Performs other related duties and activities as required.  Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in human services field Documented training in behavior modification techniques required Minimum of two years experience in behavioral management role required Other education and experience plus licensure as required by state

Indiana MENTOR in Indianapolis is seeking a Program Supervisor to join our team.  We offer a supportive team environment, career advancement opportunities, and a family-oriented culture to complement our benefits package. Program Supervisor duties include: Supervise individuals in residential, periodic, vocational or day program settings, as well as the staff that supports them.  Duties are split between providing direct support, professional or program activities and supervision.  The Program Supervisor ensures that all of the individuals we serve are supported with dignity and respect.    Supervise Direct Support Professionals.   Oversee the day-to-day operation of the program including delivery of supports, implementation of person-centered plans, health care, advocacy, customer engagement, regulatory compliance and when applicable, oversight of the physical environment. Act as a “go to” person for the program, serving as a mentor to other employees, promoting teamwork, and identifying any training needs.  Document as required; review individual records, billing and other program documentation routinely for accuracy and completion on a daily basis; maintain confidentiality of individual and employee data; direct DSP's to assure accurate and complete records. Assist the Program Director in development of individual program plans; train and monitor implementation of plans each day across all shifts. Maintain licensing compliance for program services and supports; implement Network compliance plan; manage individual rights implementation. When assigned, ensure safety of individual’s funds and property; monitor spending and reconcile individual’s financial accounts monthly. Monitor health of persons being served; document; communicate with medical professionals as appropriate; implement preventive strategies to limit illness and serious incidents; review and monitor documentation across all shifts.