Katherine Poage

The QIDP II is central to the overall responsiveness and effectiveness of an individual's active treatment program through oversight of the Individual Support Plan (ISP) process which is centered on the individual's preferences, strengths, and needs, and includes the creation of the ISP.

Responsibilities included:

• Coordinating, monitoring, documentation, and follow-up on all programs, services, and plans for the individuals on their caseload. Leads and coordinates the interdisciplinary team (IDT).
• Monitoring and providing oversight of the active treatment program of all individuals on the assigned caseload.
• Determining the need for program revision, identifies and resolves inconsistencies in training approaches, as well as assures timely follow-up for any IDT recommendations.
• Facilitating the acquisition of skills and adaptive behaviors and promotes competent interactions of staff with individuals in program implementation and behavior management.
• Complying with federal and state standards governing Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF/IID), the requirements of the Settlement Agreement with the Department of Justice, and the SSLC's policies and procedures.
• Working with individuals who have complex needs and who may exhibit aggressive and/or self-injurious behaviors.

Skillset Utilized:

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to balance competing priorities.
• Managed time efficiently to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Used critical thinking to identify issues, analyze information, provide solutions and make decisions.
• Learned quickly and adapted to new situations.
• Worked a flexible schedule, at times, to ensure effective oversight and monitoring of programs, services, and supports.
• Computer skills including electronic records system (both database and web-based tracking systems), email, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and Adobe.
• Worked under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.

Under general supervision,

• Provided residential care, custody and monitoring of individuals in homes designated for the developmentally disabled.
• Provided specialized residential services designed to provide a structured, therapeutic environment for individuals with high risk, challenging behaviors. These specialized services include habilitation, security, treatment of behaviors through behavior support plans, mental health care, and other supports necessary for everyone to realize their personal goals related to treatment and habilitation.
• Observed, reported, and recorded individual/group behavior and activities and implemented interventions as authorized; perform related work as assigned.
• Managed challenging behaviors through effective communication, de-escalation techniques, and crisis intervention strategies.
• Assisted individuals with daily living tasks for increased autonomy and satisfaction.
• Promoted safety and health by administering medications accurately and adhering to hygiene protocols.
• Documented individual progress meticulously, enabling timely evaluation and adjustment of support plans.
• Facilitated community integration for individuals through participation in local events, outings, and educational opportunities.
• Developed strong rapport with individuals' families, ensuring open communication channels for updates on progress or concerns.
• Advocated for individuals' rights, ensuring they receive appropriate services, accommodations, and support in line with their individual needs.
• Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
• Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.

Under general supervision,

• Provided residential care, custody and monitoring of individuals in homes designated for the developmentally disabled.
• Provided specialized residential services designed to provide a structured, therapeutic environment for individuals with high risk, challenging behaviors. These specialized services include habilitation, security, treatment of behaviors through behavior support plans, mental health care, and other supports necessary for everyone to realize their personal goals related to treatment and habilitation.
• Observed, reported, and recorded individual/group behavior and activities and implemented interventions as authorized; perform related work as assigned.
• Managed challenging behaviors through effective communication, de-escalation techniques, and crisis intervention strategies.
• Assisted individuals with daily living tasks for increased autonomy and satisfaction.
• Promoted safety and health by administering medications accurately and adhering to hygiene protocols.
• Documented individual progress meticulously, enabling timely evaluation and adjustment of support plans.
• Facilitated community integration for individuals through participation in local events, outings, and educational opportunities.
• Developed strong rapport with individuals' families, ensuring open communication channels for updates on progress or concerns.
• Advocated for individuals' rights, ensuring they receive appropriate services, accommodations, and support in line with their individual needs.
• Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
• Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.

• Assisted individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in developing daily living skills, promoting self-reliance and confidence within their environments.
• Performed and monitored individual's personal hygiene care such as toileting, bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Assisted individuals with physical mobility needs, ensuring safety and accessibility during daily activities and outings.
• Maintained an active environment to expand individuals' skills.
• Accompanied individuals into the community on trips, leisure, or medical appointments.
• Implemented individualized written plans for behavior management techniques, promoting a safe environment for both staff and clients alike.
• Maintained detailed documentation related to individual activities, supports, adverse reactions, etc.
• Participated in discussions with interdisciplinary team members about how to best support individuals.
• Monitored physical environment and take necessary action to ensure safety, sanitary environment and compliance with State and Federal Standards.
• Recognized emergencies and take appropriate steps to resolve the situation.
• Successfully completed all training and certification requirements and became certified on the Nebraska Medication Aide Registry.
• Administered medication and treatment to individuals according to prescribed protocols, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety guidelines.

• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Enhanced patient health by accurately administering prescribed medications according to schedule.
• Reduced medication errors by diligently maintaining and updating medication records for each patient.
• Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean living environment.
• Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
• Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
• Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

• Assisted individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in developing daily living skills, promoting self-reliance and confidence within their environments.
• Performed and monitored individual's personal hygiene care such as toileting, bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Assisted individuals with physical mobility needs, ensuring safety and accessibility during daily activities and outings.
• Maintained an active environment to expand individuals' skills.
• Accompanied individuals into the community on trips, leisure, or medical appointments.
• Implemented individualized written plans for behavior management techniques, promoting a safe environment for both staff and clients alike.
• Maintained detailed documentation related to individual activities, supports, adverse reactions, etc.
• Participated in discussions with interdisciplinary team members about how to best support individuals.
• Monitored physical environment and take necessary action to ensure safety, sanitary environment and compliance with State and Federal Standards.
• Recognized emergencies and take appropriate steps to resolve the situation.
• Successfully completed all training and certification requirements and became certified on the Nebraska Medication Aide Registry.
• Administered medication and treatment to individuals according to prescribed protocols, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety guidelines.

I cooked supper for 413. I had 4 different consistencies to make for food and 3 different ones for liquid. I also made the weekly menus and did the grocery shopping. I would also help with assisting the individuals during meal time.

• Assisted individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in developing daily living skills, promoting self-reliance and confidence within their environments.
• Performed and monitored individual's personal hygiene care such as toileting, bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Assisted individuals with physical mobility needs, ensuring safety and accessibility during daily activities and outings.
• Maintained an active environment to expand individuals' skills.
• Accompanied individuals into the community on trips, leisure, or medical appointments.
• Implemented individualized written plans for behavior management techniques, promoting a safe environment for both staff and clients alike.
• Maintained detailed documentation related to individual activities, supports, adverse reactions, etc.
• Participated in discussions with interdisciplinary team members about how to best support individuals.
• Monitored physical environment and take necessary action to ensure safety, sanitary environment and compliance with State and Federal Standards.
• Recognized emergencies and take appropriate steps to resolve the situation.
• Successfully completed all training and certification requirements and became certified on the Nebraska Medication Aide Registry.
• Administered medication and treatment to individuals according to prescribed protocols, ensuring accuracy and adherence to safety guidelines.

• Enhanced individual independence by implementing personalized support plans and monitoring progress.
• Assisted individuals with daily living tasks for increased autonomy and satisfaction.
• Documented individual progress meticulously, enabling timely evaluation and adjustment of support plans.
• Facilitated community integration for individuals through participation in local events, outings, and educational opportunities.
• Implemented behavior management strategies consistently, reducing incidents of negative behaviors among individuals.
• Advocated for individuals' rights, ensuring they receive appropriate services, accommodations, and support in line with their individual needs.