Why become a Host Home Provider with Shared Touch, Inc. and what can we offer you?

We can offer you a diverse community and opportunities for personal growth! As a community, people share each other’s triumphs and struggles. As an organization that takes pride in the community we’ve created, we are determined to remain true to our core values. We provide extensive training along with hands-on learning opportunities to our Host Home Provider. Our goal is to maintain a culture of happiness, career satisfaction and personal growth – all while providing excellent services.

ST, INC Mission: Our mission is to build an inclusive and supportive community for the people we serve, and we are doing just that, one individual at a time.

Position Description: To provide an individual, with an Intellectual or Developmental Disability, individual services and support including care, supervision, support and teaching in the home of the family.

Daily rate: $61.00-$245.00 per day Position Duties: • Monitor the Customer’s overall health and safety needs and notify ST, INC Program Director(s) of any significant medical changes, illnesses, or emergencies. The Provider shall submit an incident report to ST, INC within 24 hours of the occurrence of such incident. • Always Comply with all requirements of ST, INC’s Policies and Procedures; the Rules and Regulations of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing. • Be responsible for assisting the Customer in maintaining his/her medical needs, which includes:

• Arranging and attending all medical appointments, including regular annual examinations (physical, eye, etc.)
• Entering medical appointments into Therap, printing the consultation form and ensuring that the information is filled out by the physician, in its entirety.
• Ensuring all documentation is completed by physician and promptly returned to agency nurse including physician order forms, copy of any prescriptions, orders for further testing or follow up.
• Follow up on the recommendations of health visits. This shall include promptly notifying the Program Director of any health/ medical follow up that is needed and scheduling these visits promptly
• Receiving treatment plans from physicians prior to any cares by a dentist or optometrist/ ophthalmologist. This care would be considered not billable under state Medicaid and would require Prior Authorization Request units from State which requires:
• Treatment plans to be submitted to ST, INC Program Director prior to any treatments being completed.
• Follow up with Program Director to ensure that PAR units have been approved; and
• Appointments with physicians to ensure completion of treatment.
• Medication Administration as prescribed by a physician. The Provider will document all medications administered to the Customer on ST, INC forms at the time the medications are given.
• Any other medical appointments including any recommendations for specialists.
• Ensure that the Customer receives any medications prescribed by a physician as scheduled. All medications received by the Customer will be documented on a Medication Administration Record at the time the medications are given to the Customer. Over the counter medications must be preapproved by the Customer’s physician.
• Provide basic first aid and health care supplies that the Customer might need or use on a periodic basis such as:
  1. First aid supplies (Band-Aid’s, thermometers, gauze, etc.)
  2. Over the counter medications for pain relief (Aspirin, Tylenol, Ibuprofen), as ordered by the physician
  3. Other health care products, as ordered by a physician, such as PRN medications, lubricants, rubbing compounds, antacids, laxatives, stool softeners, or enemas
  4. Assure that any emergency medical treatment necessary will be made available and ST, INC Program Director(s) will be notified by such treatment within a reasonable time thereafter if the Program Director(s) was not notified prior to such treatment. The Provider shall submit an incident report to ST, INC within 24 hours of occurrence of such incident.
  5. Purchase and provide food and any nutritional supplements ordered by a physician necessary to meet the requirements of this Agreement.
  6. Support the Customer in maintaining adequate nutrition, which includes:
  7. Ensuring the Customer receives three balanced meals per day or nutritional supplement(s) as ordered by a physician. The Provider will ensure that the Customer follows any special diets ordered by a physician;
  8. Assistance with grocery shopping;
  9. Preparing nutritious meals; and
  10. As necessary, preparing an individualized nutrition plan, with the assistance of ST, INC and documenting any special diet supports.
• Develop, with the assistance of ST, INC, a safety plan to respond to any and all critical situations that may arise in the home or while supporting the Customer including, without limitation, natural disaster, fire, intruders, or other emergency according to the Health and Safety Assessment/ Plan.
• The Home shall be maintained as a sanitary a sanitary and safe dwelling.
• The Caregiver shall be responsible for routine household upkeep such as changing light bulbs, taking out trash, etc.
• Regularly include the Customer in activities of interest to the Customer, such as going to movies, going out to eat, going shopping, and other such activities. The Provider shall assist the Customer in accessing the community
• for shopping, social, recreational, leisure, and employment opportunities and any other community resources as needed. The Caregiver shall utilize community resources whenever possible as means of integration into the community.
• Coordinate transportation as needed to community activities and health/ dental care appointments. Such transportation costs shall be paid by the Caregiver.
• Provide learning experiences to the Customer in the areas of domestic and self-help skills, and assist the Customer in completion of daily home activities such as meal planning and preparation, household chores, setting an alarm clock, etc., when such assistance is needed or requested.
• Act as a role model for the Customer and provide emotional support, guidance, and assistance with decision making.
• Bring problems or issues to the attention of the Program Director(s) as they arise and work cooperatively with the Customer toward resolution.
• Maintain documentation of services and supports being provided to the Customer.
• Assist the Customer with personal purchases including, without limitations, clothing, and medications;
• As indicated by the Customer’s Individualized Service Plan or Individual Service and Support Plan, assist with money management;
• Ensure that all of Customer’s monies spent are documented on finance sheets and accompanied by a receipt; (only applies to those individuals ST, INC is representative payee for).
• Submit in writing to the appropriate Program Director all requests for monies for other needs; (only applies to those individuals ST, INC is representative payee for)
• Meet with ST, INC Program Director(s) to resolve any questions or discrepancy with the monies spent. The Provider understands that inappropriate expenditures must be repaid and may result in termination of this Agreement; (only applies to those individuals ST, INC is representative payee for)
• Track and submit all monies earned or received by the Customer to assist in maintaining Social Security and Medicaid eligibility (only for those individuals ST, INC is representative payee for if this is monitored by ST, INC per the PNF status of the person)
• The Caregiver shall have and keep in effect during the term of this Agreement, automobile and homeowners/renters insurance in the amount not less than the minimum required by ST, INC policy to cover the Home and any vehicle used to transport the Customer.
• The Provider shall allow access to ST, INC staff during reasonable times, on an announced or unannounced basis, for the purpose of monitoring the environment and records of the Customer.
• Attend all mandatory meetings such as IP staffing, IDT (interdisciplinary team) meetings, ST, INC trainings and regularly scheduled monthly meets, etc. as deemed necessary by ST, INC Administration, the Customer or his/her team members.
• Notify ST, INC staff immediately and directly of any all concerns regarding the Customer.
• Share all pertinent information related to the Customer, including information regarding the Customer’s day program/ employment with ST, INC, and shall provide reasonable access to such information to ST, INC staff as requested.
• Agree to participate in any meetings necessary for the benefit of the Customer.
• Agree to work with ST, INC and all ancillary service providers including, without limitations, transportation, resource coordination, mental health, and home health agency service providers in a manner that is cooperative and that does not jeopardize the Customer’s access to services.
• Meet with ST, INC staff on a regularly scheduled basis, but no less than quarterly, to review the services and supports being provided to the Customer. Such meetings shall include a review of required documentation of services and supports being provided, and a review of personal needs ledgers, balances, and receipts for Customers personal needs funds (if applicable).
• Other duties, as assigned, within ability and responsibility level of the job

Qualifications:

• First Aid through a state approved training course in First Aid
• CPR through a state approved training course in CPR
• Medication Administration training through a state approved training course for medication administration (updated bi-annually through a ST, INC competency test)
• Orientation training, including an overview of the Developmental Disabilities system, incident reporting requirements, MANE (mistreatment, abuse, neglect and exploitation), confidentiality, legal rights, universal precautions, communication
• Review of Customers support needs (which may include, if applicable, seizure protocols, dietary issues, lifting, transferring, and positioning, adaptive equipment orientation, or hygiene protocols).
• Experience working with individuals with Developmental Disabilities
• Have all vital information and training information of the person on file with ST, INC prior to use
• Individualized Service Plan (SP) and Individual Service and Support Plan (ISSP)/ documentation, etc.
• Abuse/ neglect prevention and incident reporting
• Legal rights
• Defensive driving
• Introduction to Developmental Disabilities system
• Customer specific training
• Other orientation and technical assistance deemed necessary by ST, INC to provide appropriate supports to Customers living in the home.
• Working with others in a health care capacity
• Be over 18 years of age to be employed and 21 years of age to drive.
• Ability to read and write English proficiently • Good oral and written communication skills • Current/Valid Colorado Driver’s License
• Good driving record that meets the requirements of agencies insurance carrier
• Ability to pass criminal background checks
• Ability to prove the right to work in the U.S.

Minimum Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Requires repetitive lifting and carrying of approximately 15lbs as it pertains to Customer care items.
• Daily significant contact with individuals with Developmental Disabilities. Daily contact with community members and professionals within the community.

Aurora, CO, US

Salary Range:$17.50 To 19.00 Hourly

Searching for a Job Coach for Client in the community to provide meaningful educational and vocational activities to adults with developmental disabilities. Provides supervision, mentorship, and teaching opportunities so that employees with disabilities may learn vocational skills, specifically as they relate to working in a restaurant. Provides opportunities that enhance choice making and empower the individuals to make informed decisions about their employment. Ensures that all contact notes and any other program related documents are submitted in a timely manner.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Short Term Disability
• ST, Inc Sponsored Life Insurance
• Paid time off.

Job Coach Essential Duties:

1. Supports the employees’ self-expression, self-worth, self-reliance, and decision making while providing job coaching and following Service Plans and Individual Service and Support Plans.

• • • • Works in collaboration with, and as an essential member of support teams.
      • Supports employees in their professional goals and relationships.
      • Teaches, demonstrates, and assists with basic restaurant food preparation.
      • Teaches, demonstrates, and assists with tasks involved in food service.
      • Provides one to one and small group training and coaching in a restaurant.
      • Provides safe and reliable transportation for employees.
      • Works continuously to improve services and supports.

  2. Works to ensure that individuals receiving services are healthy, safe, and valued by others.

  • • • • Respects and listens to individuals receiving services.
        • Supervises employees to ensure their safety and well-being.
        • Encourages an engaging, supportive, and growth-minded workplace culture.
        • Teaches and assists with safety skills.
        • Assesses community locations, activities, and ST, INC vehicles on a regular basis and reports concerns to supervisor.
        • Provides supervision and assistance according to ISSPS, regulations and policies, and individual needs.
        • Provides ongoing communications with supervisors, team members, family members and all other stakeholders regarding any issues, concerns, problems.

  3. Complies with ST, INC, State, Federal, and other applicable guidelines and regulations.

  • • • • Completes all required training, including annual refreshers, according to established timelines.
        • Is familiar with ST, INC and other regulating agencies’ policies, procedures, and guidelines.
        • Monitors, completes, and provides required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
        • Promptly communicates and reports all behavioral incidents, medical emergencies, and/or significant incidents to appropriate agencies, teams, or individuals.

  4. Maintains respectful and professional relationships with individuals receiving services, staff, guardians, family members, customers, and team members.

  • • • • Maintains confidentiality of individuals receiving services and ST, INC operations.
        • Attends team meetings.
        • Pursues partnerships and teamwork.

  Other Duties:

  1. Attends meetings and staffings as needed or requested.

  2. Assists in any pre-vocational or vocational needs and communications.

  3. Performs typical restaurant duties such as cooking, serving, hosting, etc. as needed.

  Qualifications:

  Education and Training:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Required training will be provided and must be successfully completed.

  Experience:

  • Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities preferred.
  • A minimum of one year using Microsoft Office or other software required.
  • Experience working in food service preferred.

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Effective listening skills, even when non-traditional communication is used.
  • Ability to respectfully address significant issues of health and safety while supporting an individual’s choices.
  • Knowledge of basic food preparation including following recipes, safe use of knives and other tools, and measuring ingredients.
  • Ability to follow safe food preparation and handling guidelines.
  • Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office.
  • Ability and willingness to complete required trainings and learn ST, INC operations and systems.
  • Valid Colorado driver’s license, and ability to meet ST, INC’s driving requirements.

  Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

  • Occasional lifting to 40lbs, and frequent lifting to 15lbs.
  • This position requires lifting, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, and squatting.
  • Work is primarily conducted in a restaurant setting.
  • Driving a ST, INC vehicle throughout the Denver Metro area required on a regular basis.

  The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.

Aurora, CO, US

Salary Range: $17.50 To 20.7000 Hourly

What can we offer you?

We can offer you a diverse community and opportunities for growth! As a community, people share each other’s triumphs and struggles. As an organization that takes pride in the community we’ve created, we are determined to remain true to our core values. We provide extensive training along with hands-on learning opportunities to our employees. As a larger organization, there are lots of opportunities for growth here, and we are always excited to promote from within. Our goal is to maintain a culture of happiness, career satisfaction and personal growth – all while providing excellent services to our customers.

SHARED TOUCH, INC. Mission: Our mission is to support individuals who are disabled, offering support which allow them to maintain independence in their homes. We emphasize personal gains, such as self-esteem, and self-motivation, creating tremendous advantages for both the client and the agency.

What services does the RESULTS program offer to individuals with disabilities? RESULTS stands for Real Employment Skills You Learn To Succeed. This program assists individuals with disabilities conduct a career search, negotiate employment, and get the support needed to obtain and retain employment. PPCH works closely with the Colorado Department of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, and other referral sources, to help individuals with disabilities find the resources they need to become self-sufficient. Our current program offerings include – Situational Vocational Assessments, Job Coaching, Work Adjustment training, Discovery Services and Job Development.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Short Term Disability
• ST, Inc Sponsored Life Insurance
• Paid time off.
• Referral Program

Description: The primary focus of the Employment Consultant is to assist individuals with disabilities (aka career seeker) to obtain and maintain paid community integrated employment. An employment consultant is responsible for matching job applicants to a specific job that ideally suits their talents and interests. Employment Consultants provide on-going training and supports to career seekers within their chosen work settings. In addition, they assist career seekers with obtaining the maximum level of independence within their job. Meeting individually identified support goals for future employment opportunities is a high priority objective.

The Community Integrated Employment program supports two diverse career paths: Job Coaching and Job Development. Experience level, interest, skill and ongoing training/certification will support career development and opportunities in career specialization into positions that offer opportunities for greater responsibilities and wages.

Job Duties:

• Assists career seekers with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) in learning and performing job duties at community employment sites. Supports participants with gaining independence in job tasks using job coaching strategies.
• Provide on-site training, instruction, supervision, and advocacy for individuals with developmental disabilities at community job sites. A minimum of sixty percent of time spent in the community supporting individuals in the workplace.
• Advocate for career seekers while assuring their health, safety, and welfare at all times.
• Provide basic orientation skills to individuals with a disability, around their work site and required work routes.
• Establishes a strong mentorship with career seekers by providing quality supports.
• Work with employers to understand the needs of the organization and how career seekers can fulfill those needs within their role.
• Work with career seekers to understand and meet the needs of the employer and job.
• Work with career seekers to understand, practice and fine-tune their skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to break down job tasks into small steps the career seeker can understand.
• Conduct mock interviews, support with resume development, administer assessments.
• Follow career seeker’s Service Plan and DVR authorizations .
• Ongoing communication with supervisor, team members and family members.
• Attendance to team meetings as needed.
• Provide accurate documentation of employment consultant and job development contact notes along with DVR progress reports.
• Be able to meet deadlines with completing written reports.
• Observe confidentiality of all PPCH clients and operations.
• Deals effectively with crisis situations.
• Provides good customer service and communicates with team members in timely and appropriate manner. This includes verbal, written and electronic communication.
• Works productively and cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to understand the DVR billing process.
• Driving to different locations throughout the Denver Metro area.
• Must participate in Employment Certification within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications:

• General knowledge of the developmental disabilities system in Colorado.
• Demonstrated skill in working with adults with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to productively address conflict.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with individuals and groups at all professional levels.
• Ability to work effectively with various technology including word processing software, internet based databases, assistive technology, etc.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to meet PPCH driving requirements.
• This position requires regular use of a personal mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet.
• Must be team oriented
• Understanding of the DVR process is a plus
• Bachelor’s in Human Services preferred
• Minimum Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
• Requires repetitive lifting and carrying of approximately 15lbs as it pertains to office supplies, etc.
• Requires moderate amount of reaching over head and away from body.
• Requires staff to sit for periods of time, walk for up to several hours at a time with breaks.
• Requires staff to squat and climb as it pertains to regular duties.
• Daily significant contact with agency personnel and its employees or contractors as well as outside governing agencies, benefit carriers, and with individuals with Developmental Disabilities, community members and professionals within the community.

ST, Inc. endeavors to maintain wage equity across all employees with the same or comparable job titles. Relevant wage determinants for this position include: Seniority, Merit, Experience

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.

Full Time/Part Time

Aurora, CO, US

Salary Range: $17.30 To 19.00 Hourly

Why work at Shared Touch and what can we offer you?

ST, Inc. offers a diverse workplace community, opportunities for professional development, and an understanding of the importance of maintaining a work-life balance! At ST, Inc. people share each other’s triumphs and challenges, and that is why we foster an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration above all else. We provide extensive training and hands-on learning opportunities to our team members, allowing them limitless mobility within the organization. Our goal is to maintain a culture of positivity, innovation, and personal growth – all while providing outstanding service to our clients.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Short Term Disability
• ST, Inc Sponsored Life Insurance
• Paid time off.
• Referral Program

SHARED TOUCH, INC. Mission: Our mission is to support individuals who are disabled, offering support which allow them to maintain independence in their homes. We emphasize personal gains, such as self-esteem, and self-motivation, creating tremendous advantages for both the client and the agency.

Position Description: Enhances the quality of life for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities living in independent apartments by providing meaningful services and supports. Assists in the implementation of an individual’s choices and pursuit of personal goals. Monitors and ensures the self-worth, health, safety, and welfare of individuals receiving services. Ensures compliance with applicable regulations and policies.

Duties:

• Supports the individual’s self-expression, self-worth, self-reliance, and decision making while following Service and Support Plans.
• Works in collaboration with, and as an essential member of support teams.
• Supports individuals’ dreams, relationships, and community connections.
• Assists individuals with activities of daily living based on their Service and Support Plan.
• Facilitates activities and social interactions that are based on the person’s interests and/or goals.
• Assists with medical appointments, which may include scheduling, transportation, and communication.
• Works continuously to improve services and support.
• Works to ensure that individuals receiving services are healthy, safe, and valued by others.
• Respects and listens to individuals receiving services.
• Assesses the living environment on a regular basis and reports concerns to supervisor.
• Provides supervision and assistance according to Service and Support Plans, regulations and policies, and individual needs.
• PCP may have the ability to flex work schedule based on the day’s priorities and client’s needs.
• Complies with ST, Inc. State, Federal, and other applicable guidelines and regulations.
• Completes all required training, including annual refreshers, according to established timelines.
• Is familiar with St, Inc. and other regulating agencies’ policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Monitors, completes, and provides required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Promptly communicates and reports all behavioral incidents, medical emergencies, and/or significant incidents to appropriate agencies, teams, or individuals.
• Maintains respectful and professional relationships with individuals receiving services, staff, guardians, family members, and team members.
• Maintains confidentiality of individuals receiving services and ST, Inc. operations.
• Attends team meetings.
• Pursues partnerships and teamwork.
• Maintains effective communication with team members, supervisor, and other departments.
• Gathers input from individuals receiving services and those who know and love them.

Other Duties:

• Attend meetings and staffing’s as needed or requested.

Qualifications:

Education and Training:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• The required training will be provided and must be successfully completed.

Experience:

• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities preferred.
• A minimum of one year using Microsoft Office or other software required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective listening skills, even when non-traditional communication is used.
• Ability to respectfully address significant issues of health and safety while supporting an individual’s choices.
• Ability to work independently and utilize effective decision-making skills.
• Ability and willingness to complete required trainings and learn ST, Inc. operations and systems.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license, and ability to meet ST, Inc.’s driving requirements.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible while working with clients and when out in the field.
• This position requires multiple tasks to be done in a done and Individual should be able to demonstrate effective time management skills.
• Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
• This position involves physically assisting others, including pushing/pulling individuals using wheelchairs, transferring individuals with mobility needs, and assistance with daily living skills.
• Lifting, moving, and transferring up to 75 pounds.
• Work is conducted in private homes and in the community.
• Driving throughout the Denver Metro area is required on a regular basis.

ST, Inc. endeavors to maintain wage equity across all employees with the same or comparable job titles. Relevant wage determinants for this position include: Seniority, Merit, Experience

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.