Host Home Provider

Job Description Job Description WHAT IS A HOST HOME? A Family or individual who opens their homes and hearts to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD) by providing them with services and support while owning their own home-based business. Becoming a host home provider and bringing an IDD individual to your family will likely be one of the most rewarding experiences you will ever have. WHAT SERVICES DOES A HOST HOME PROVIDE? Services will depend on needs and level of support of the individual, but these are some of services a host home may provide: Supervision Personal Care Community involvement through engaging activities Learning how to cook Managing money Coping skills Transportation to and from day programs & medical appointments WHAT ARE THE RATES? $1,500 - $5,000/month depending on the needs and level of support of the individual (Host homes are independent contractors). Levels of care range from 1- low needs to 6 - high needs. Host home families can serve one to 3 people in their homes. Host home providers also receive a transportation allowance. Payments continue when clients are not in service (hospital stays, visits to family, etc.) WHO WILL HELP SUPPORT HOST HOME PROVIDERS? The host home manager will walk alongside you during transition and will be there when you have questions. Community Options, Inc. provides 24 hour on-call for all host homes. We will serve as an advocate for the person(s) you serve and work with you to meet their needs. WHAT ABOUT ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES? Community Options, Inc. provides: Comprehensive training such as First Aid/CPR & Medication certification, etc. Monitoring for compliance & various reporting Medicaid billing based on monthly invoices Pharmacy liaison and certain nursing services REQUIREMENTS TO BE A HOST HOME PROVIDER? Must be at least 18 years old Must be able to pass all background & motor vehicle checks. Must have reliable transportation have a separate bedroom in their home and can pass HUD standards If you are interested in learning more about becoming an host home provider, please submit a resume or contact Marilyn at 970-856-7600 Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Location: Gunnison, Colorado, US

Posted Date: 11/21/2025