Career Description
LIFE SKILLS & TRANSITION CENTER - Grafton, North Dakota - Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional QIDPThis position has a very competitive benefits package that includes Employer Paid Family Health Insurance, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave that begins to accrue on day one, and more. For more information on the state employee benefits package, go to www.nd.gov/ndpers and click on Active Members.Salary Range: $5,120-$6,827As a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) at the Life Skills and Transition Center (LSTC) you will act as an advocate helping those we serve become more independent and ready to transition to the community as well as achieve their lifelong goals and dreams. We are interested in people who are inspired and passionate to help others and are a great team player.Do you enjoy helping others grow? Are you a team player? As a Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDPs) with LSTC, you are a part of management team that supports and cares for people with intellectual disabilities. QIDP's are responsible for: Coordinating and developing services for the needs of those you serve, collaborating with Direct Care staff, interdisciplinary team members and other departments to improve the lives of those you serve; ensuring fulfillment in LSTCs Mission and Values, responsible in the communication of training, safety and agency policies and procedures. LSTC has provided services for people with intellectual disabilities for over 100 years, are well known as the Safety net of ND throughout the state of ND. We have positively impacted thousands of people with special needs and their families over the years. Experienced managers provide regular supervision, so you feel supported and valued. Location assignments are discussed within the interview process. We are interested in people who are inspired and passionate to help others in need and are great team players. To succeed in this position, you must have a person-first centered approach and be able to convey information accurately, respectfully, and thoroughly to team members, persons served, their legal representative(s) and/or other individuals involved in supporting the goals and dreams of the person served. You must be able to maintain accurate records, perform basic computer skills and enter data into online computer systems.To be considered for this position, you must have a bachelor's degree in Human Services or related fields. One-year experience working with people with intellectual disabilities. Have a valid driver's license. Supervisory experience and experience in providing services to the intellectually disabled is a plus.Why Apply? Rewarding work, Medical, Vision, Dental Benefits, Life Insurance Coverage, Retirement Plan, Paid Sick and Vacation time.
About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore RooseveltMore than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.
Application Procedures
Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications, credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/careers/e-verifyA copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Heidi Lien at hlien@nd.gov or at 701.352.4207.Employing Unit: ND HHS - LSTCUnit Phone Number: 701.352.4200TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.
