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

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

 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 Principles of Self-Determination

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

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 5

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 6

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 7

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 8

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

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 opportunitie s 10

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 11

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