Children's Dd Hcbs State Plan Option: Provider Qualifications And Duties

01. Respite. Provided by a DDA or an independent provider meeting these minimum qualifications: (7-1-26) a. Be at least sixteen (16) years old when employed by a DDA or eighteen (18) years old when an independent provider; (7-1-26) b. Receive instructions in the participant’s needs; (7-1-26) c. Demonstrate ability to provide services according to a service plan; and (7-1-26) d. Obtain and maintain CPR and first aid certification prior to delivering services. (7-1-26) 02. Community-Based Support. Provided by a DDA or an independent provider meeting these minimum qualifications: (7-1-26) a. Be at least eighteen (18) years old; (7-1-26) b. Receive instructions in the participant’s needs; (7-1-26) c. Demonstrate ability to provide services according to a service plan; (7-1-26) d. Be supervised or have six (6) months supervised experience working with children with DD. (7-1-26) e. Complete coursework approved by the Department demonstrating competencies related to providing community-based supports; and (7-1-26) f. Obtain and maintain CPR and first aid certification prior to delivering services alone. (7-1-26) 03. Family Education. Provided by a DDA or an independent intervention specialist or professional. (7-1-26) IDAHO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE IDAPA 16.03.26 Department of Health & Welfare Medicaid Plan Benefits Section 586 Page 142