Family Home Provider

Description:

Position Summary

The Family Home Provider (FHP) is responsible for providing a safe, stable, and supportive home environment for an individual with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The FHP delivers daily care, supervision, and skill-building supports consistent with the individual’s Person-Centered Plan (PCP), while promoting independence, dignity, and community integration.

Requirements:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Residential Support

Provide 24/7 supervision and care in the provider’s home

Maintain a clean, safe, and hazard-free living environment

Ensure adequate food, clothing, and personal care items are available

Support daily living activities (e.g., bathing, grooming, toileting, meal preparation)

Health and Medical Support

Administer medications as prescribed (per Kentucky MAP guidelines if applicable)

Schedule and transport to medical, dental, and therapy appointments

Monitor health status and report concerns promptly

Maintain documentation of medications, appointments, and health-related incidents

Person-Centered Support

Implement the individual’s Person-Centered Plan (PCP) and/or Plan of Care

Support skill development in:

Independent living

Socialization

Communication

Behavioral self-regulation

Encourage choice-making and self-advocacy

Community Integration

Facilitate participation in community activities (church, recreation, employment, etc.)

Provide transportation as needed

Promote meaningful relationships and inclusion

Behavioral Support

Implement approved behavior support plans (if applicable)

Use positive behavior supports and de-escalation techniques

Document and report incidents per agency and state requirements

Documentation & Compliance

Complete required daily notes and service documentation

Maintain compliance with:

Kentucky Medicaid waiver regulations (SCL, MPW, or RISE)

Agency policies and procedures

Adult/child abuse and neglect reporting laws

Participate in audits, home inspections, and monitoring visits

Collaboration

Communicate regularly with:

Case managers/support brokers

Guardians/family members

Agency staff

Attend team meetings and required trainings