Family Model Provider
7 days ago
Clarksville
As a Family Model Provider for New Purpose, you will welcome an adult with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) into your home, providing long-term, family-style residential support. This role is focused on promoting health, safety, autonomy, and meaningful community integration in a nurturing, person-centered living environment. • Offer a stable, inclusive home setting that promotes dignity, safety, and comfort., • Engage the person in household routines and shared living experiences., • Cultivate a sense of belonging through inclusive family practices, such as shared meals, holidays, and recreational activities., • Provide emotional support, encouragement, and companionship., • Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), as specified in the individual's Person-Centered Support Plan (PCSP)., • Encourage decision-making, advocacy, and development of independent living skills., • Support the use of assistive and enabling technologies to foster autonomy., • Communicate consistently with New Purpose's Case Managers and care team., • Adhere to the HCBS 1915(c) Waiver and applicable Medicaid regulations., • Complete daily documentation using New Purpose-approved platforms (e.g., Therap, EMAR)., • Ensure compliance with state licensing and policy requirements, including participation in reviews, assessments, and quality monitoring., • Accurately report incidents, medication administration, and any PCSP-related exceptions or changes., • Fulfill mandated reporting duties for suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation., • Promote the individual's inclusion in community life, relationships, and opportunities., • Plan and support access to safe, meaningful community activities and events., • Assist with transportation or help the individual navigate local transit options., • Encourage participation in volunteer, social, spiritual, or employment-related pursuits., • Person-Centered Practices, • Medication Administration (if applicable), • Annual compliance training (Relias or other approved modules), • Emergency Preparedness & Critical Incident Reporting, • Any other trainings designated by New Purpose or regulatory bodies, • Demonstrated commitment to supporting individuals with I/DD, • Stable, safe, and welcoming home environment with appropriate space, • Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills, • At least 18 years of age, • Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance (TN minimum coverage), • Clear background checks per T.C.A. 33-2-1202, • Not listed on the TN Abuse Registry, Sexual Offender Registry, FOIL, or OIG Exclusion Lists, • Ability to complete required training and maintain records in English, • Maintain timely and accurate documentation, • Actively participate in care coordination and training, • Consistently implement person-centered practices, • Maintain high standards of care and communication Continued partnership is contingent upon meeting or exceeding these expectations., • Adhere to the emergency procedures outlined in the New Purpose Handbook, • Immediately notify Case Management of incidents such as hospitalization, law enforcement involvement, or other critical events, • Cooperate in arranging temporary respite or backup support if needed, • Complete a Provider Home Profile (including household info, layout, accessibility, lifestyle), • Undergo a home walkthrough, • Submit required background checks and training certifications, • Review and acknowledge the Provider Handbook You will report directly to your assigned New Purpose Program Coordinator, who will support your success through oversight, coaching, and compliance monitoring.