Host Home Provider in the Grand Junction

Sample Supports•Grand Junction, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sample Supports is actively seeking an energetic and professional Host Home Provider in the Larimer/Weld County areas to offer a home to a female individual in her 30s with intellectual disabilities, as well as medical and mental health needs. Host Home Providers offer an in-home placement to adults with disabilities of varying needs, allowing each person to live in their own communities with the support they need to stay as independent as possible. This position will serve the individual with her behavioral needs, mental health needs, medical needs, and daily support needs. The individual needs support in general activities of daily living, social and emotional regulation, plus encouragement to participate in needed appointments and services. The ideal candidate has experience with complex medical needs and monitoring for signs of infections or behavioral escalation. To be considered for this role, you must complete the Culture Index Survey. This is not a test - there are no right or wrong answers. It helps us build well-balanced teams and match people with roles where they can thrive. Host Home Providers are contractors of Sample Supports and receive competitive payments for the difficulty of care required for the person. Sample Supports provides comprehensive general training as well as specific training tailored to the individual in care. Our residential team is on-call 24/7 and is there to support you if any needs come up during the placement. You become a part of our integrated care team, and we aim to create placements that fully integrate into both your home and the greater community.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old
Must have a GED or diploma
Must have dependable and reliable transportation with the ability to safely transport
Must have a valid driver's license
Must be able to pass background check
Must have appropriate living environment with at least one available bedroom
Must be competent and willing to perform Non-Violent Crisis Intervention physical managements as trained

Nice To Haves

Experience with complex medical needs and monitoring for signs of infections or behavioral escalation
Preferred knowledge and understanding of developmental disabilities, mental health, and trauma
Non smoking and healthy lifestyle
No young children and minimal number of pets, if any
Maintain open communication with individuals guardians
Fiscally responsible
CNA, LPN, or RN

Responsibilities

Provide personal assistance, social and emotional support, and other personal care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a home and community environment
Support with activities of daily living including shopping and meal preparation, personal care/hygiene routines, and general in-home support tasks as needed
Community activities based on the needs of the individual – can create a unique activity plan together for their respite stay
Transportation services as needed – may include transportation to/from scheduled activities and appointments
Complete documentation for services provided
Medication administration and support as needed
Reporting any suspected maltreatment, abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an at-risk individual (M/A/N/E). Each position is considered a mandatory reporter