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The Role of the IRIS Consultant

The Role of the IRIS Consultant. Self-Determination Conference Wisconsin Dells November 10, 2010. IRIS Is…. One of the state’s long-term care program options A completely self-directed model A dynamic, growing program. Principles of Self-Determination. Freedom to decide how to live life

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The Role of the IRIS Consultant

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  1. The Role of the IRIS Consultant Self-Determination Conference Wisconsin Dells November 10, 2010

  2. IRIS Is… • One of the state’s long-term care program options • A completely self-directed model • A dynamic, growing program

  3. Principles of Self-Determination • Freedom to decide how to live life • Authority over a budget allocation • Support to organize resources in ways that are enhancing and meaningful • Responsibility for the wise use of dollars • Confirmation of the importance of self-advocacy

  4. Getting Started • IRIS receives a referral from the Aging and Disability Resource Center • Welcome call & packet • Choose consultant

  5. Building the Plan • Initial meeting and orientation • Identify goals and outcomes • Begin planning • Help the person find providers and think about provider agreements • Submit completed plan to IRIS Consultant Agency • Coordinate IRIS start date

  6. Additional IC Responsibilities • Create back-up plan • Ongoing contact with the participant • Help ensure continued eligibility • Prepare Allocation Adjustment and Exceptional Expense requests, if necessary

  7. IRIS Consultant Qualifications • Post High School degree or a minimum of two years of related experience • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills • Ability to transfer knowledge and understanding of the community to make positive community connections on behalf of the participants • Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new programs and software

  8. IRIS Consultant Qualifications • Access to a computer • Ability to travel with reliable transportation • Ability to work at least 20 hours per week and provide day, night and/or weekend hours • Ability to work on own with minimal supervision • Commitment to initial, monthly and ongoing learning opportunities

  9. IRIS Consultant Recruitment & Hiring • Submit resume • View video • Request and submit the Qualification Packet • Interview • Decision • Orientation & training

  10. IRIS Consultant Training • One-day orientation • Six online learning modules • Shadow visits with guides and mentors • Robust role plays • Final sign off from mentor • Twice-monthly conference calls • Ongoing learning opportunities

  11. Available Supports Regional mentors • Day to day questions • Home visits IRIS Staff • Service Center • IRIS Consultant Coordinator • Program Specialists • Provider Relations Specialist • Participant Relations Specialist • Billing & payroll

  12. Coming Soon! • Program and Planning Specialists • Orientation • Person-centered planning • Assistance with choosing an IRIS Consultant

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