Qualified Professional
Company: Accra
Location: Minnetonka
Posted on: March 18, 2023
Job Description:
Come and work for a company that the Star Tribune listed among
-both the 2021 and 2022 -standard setters for Top Workplaces! -The
passion and purpose of the people that make up the Accra Team is
what makes us a special place to work.Our team members are our
greatest resource and at Accra each employee can bring their whole
self to work. - We respect and value diverse life experiences and
heritages and ensure that all voices are valued and heard. - We are
committed to an equitable approach and provide equal opportunity
for employment and advancement at all levels within our
departments, programs, and worksites.Accra Offers:
- Work/Life Flexibility
- Professional Development Opportunities. -Brand new! In-house
supervision provided for LSWs.
- Generous Paid Time Off options
- Free Mental Health/Wellbeing Program
- Health, Dental, & Vision -Insurance for full time
employees
- HSA + FSA for full time employees
- Retirement Plan
- Company Paid Disability & Life Insurance for full time
employeesAbout This Role:The QP is responsible for setting up PCA
services for clients who qualify for PCA services as determined by
their PCA assessment. The QP develops the client care plan with
input from the Responsible party and assessment document. They may
be asked to assist with medical trainings if needed. They also
serve as a resource for the client, RP or PCA on appropriate
program use and other services to help meet the health and safety
needs of the client in the community. The QP may assist in
training, supervision and evaluation of services, as well as
ensuring quality assurance of the PCA services at Accra Care. They
are expected to stay abreast of current policies and changes to the
program, and to participate in committees and meetings to enhance
their knowledge of services beneficial to their clients.**This
position requires travel to clients homes around the Twin Cities
Metro area**About You:Qualified Professional's must be qualified in
at least one of the four following ways:1). A baccalaureate degree
in a field related to human services, and one year of full-time
work experience providing direct care services to persons with
disabilities or persons age 65 or older; -OR2). An associate degree
in a field related to human services, and two years of full-time
work experience providing direct care services to persons with
disabilities or persons age 65 or older; -OR3). A diploma in a
field related to human services from an accredited postsecondary
institution and three years of full-time work experience providing
direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65
or older; -OR4). A minimum of 50 hours of education and training
related to human services and disabilities -and four years of
full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons
with disabilities or persons age 65 and older under the supervision
of a staff person who meets the qualifications identified in
clauses (1) to (3)Qualifications also include:Willingness to be
trained on the services needed by people with disabilities and the
elderly in Minnesota.Willingness to be trained on home health care
requirements, regulations, and protocolsDemonstrated creativity,
critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.Able to affect change
and demonstrate positive leadership.Excellent organizational,
problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skillsWillingness
to be trained on federal and state statutes applicable to services
for people with disabilities and the elderly in Minnesota.Must
possess intellectual strength and have a keen understanding of
internal systems needed to support services.Must pass a background
study with the Minnesota Department of Human Services.Have a valid
driver's license, clean driving record and reliable transportation
to use for work driving purposes
To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all
individuals, employment decisions at Accra will be based on merit,
qualifications, and abilities. Accra does not discriminate in
employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, creed,
religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status,
military service, union membership, marital status, familial
status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status with regards to
public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic
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