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Rock River Valley Self-Help Enterprises' mission is to provide quality habilitative programs and services that promote advocacy, empowerment, and the development of independent functioning skills of individuals with disabilities, which allows for maximum participation in the community.

If our mission matters to you, we hope you will apply for one of the open positions below.

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We are looking for someone who:
  • Thinks creatively and wants to make a difference in the lives of others
  • Works well independently and as a team member
  • Is well-organized and self-directed
  • Communicates well with others
  • Is a dedicated person willing to put down roots with our well-established company

Job Overview: Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professionals are responsible to coordinate and manage supports for individuals at our Community Day Services facility. They work independently and as a team to ensure that the needs of all the individuals are being met, and all state and federal guidelines are being followed. All staff working at Self Help Enterprises encourage self-advocacy and choices through role modeling, instruction, and support to those to whom we provide services. They work as a team to think creatively to problem solve.

They help create a safe and enriched environment where people with disabilities are free to experience, grow, and have opportunities to gain an increased sense of self-worth and purpose.

General Functions: The basic function for a Community Day Services QIDP is to ensure person-centered supports and goals both at the facility and in the community. QIDPs work as a team with the Independent Service Coordination (ISC) and Independent Support and Service Advocacy (ISSA) workers to help develop individual personal plans and create implementation strategies.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement opportunities for community-based inclusion activities based on the interests of the individuals served.
  • Develop and enhance community partnerships.
  • Coordinate, supervise and monitor that staff are engaging in functional, meaningful and person-centered activities.
  • Participate in person-centered planning, providing input for discovery tools, attending personal plan meetings, and alongside individuals served, develop implementation strategies.
  • Ensure implementation strategies are followed and appropriate documentation, including QIDP monthly summaries, are completed in a timely manner.
  • Ensure assessments and documents (i.e., ICAP, annual paperwork, Human Rights Restriction, etc, ) are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Maintain current individual files in accordance with the case file organization and retention schedule.
  • Participate in staff training as assigned and maintain continuing education (12 CEU hours annually) as required.
  • Liaison effectively with ISSA workers, guardians, family members, residential providers and other stakeholders in order to provide cohesive support and advocacy for the individuals served.
  • Respond to medical and behavioral emergencies, ensuring appropriate health and safety, crisis prevention, OIG reporting, and CIRAS reporting procedures are followed.
  • Be familiar with or have a willingness to learn the home-based waiver program, which includes some travel and periodic work outside of Self Help’s regular business hours.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a human services field (including but not limited to psychology, sociology, special education, social work or rehabilitation counseling).
  • A minimum of one year experience working with individuals having intellectual and/or developmental disabilities
  • Must meet the qualifications of QIDP. Prefer completion of required training and listed on the state registry, but willing to train the right applicant. Must be able to become CPR/First Aid certified.
  • Pass a full background check.

Job Type: Full-time

We are looking for someone who:

  • Thinks creatively and wants to make a difference in the lives of others
  • Works well independently and as a team member
  • Is well-organized and self-directed
  • Communicates well with others


Job Overview:

At Self Help, Direct Support Professionals provide supervision and care, and engage with a small group of individuals. They work independently and as a team to ensure that the needs of all the individuals are being met. DSPs help by teaching skills, engaging in meaningful activities, and promoting self-advocacy and choices through role modeling and instruction. They work as a team to think creatively to problem solve. DSPs help create a safe and enriched environment where people with disabilities are free to experience, grow, and have opportunities to gain an increased sense of self-worth and purpose. 


Qualifications/Requirements:

  • High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
  • Criminal background clearance
  • Direct Support Professional (DSP) trained (preferred)
  • First Aid/CPR trained (provided through agency)
  • Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (2 years preferred)
  • Able to perform moderate physical tasks
  • Dependable transportation


Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

We are looking for someone who:

  • Thinks creatively and wants to make a difference in the lives of others
  • Works well independently and as a team member
  • Is well-organized and self-directed
  • Communicates well with others


Job Overview:

At Self Help, Direct Support Professionals provide supervision and care, and engage with a small group of individuals. They work independently and as a team to ensure that the needs of all the individuals are being met. DSPs help by teaching skills, engaging in meaningful activities, and promoting self-advocacy and choices through role modeling and instruction. They work as a team to think creatively to problem solve. DSPs help create a safe and enriched environment where people with disabilities are free to experience, grow, and have opportunities to gain an increased sense of self-worth and purpose. This position is currently open to fill staffing needs in Self Help’s residential programs.


Qualifications/Requirements:

  • High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
  • Criminal background clearance
  • Direct Support Professional (DSP) trained (preferred)
  • First Aid/CPR trained (provided through agency)
  • Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (2 years preferred)
  • Able to perform moderate physical tasks
  • Dependable transportation


Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

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