Host Home Provider/Caregiver

Host Home Provider / Caregiver

Developmental Disabilities Resource Center (DDRC) is seeking compassionate Host Home Providers along the entire front range and foothills communities with increase demand for Providers in Jefferson and Douglas counties.We are looking for Host Home Providers who want to provide a welcoming, inclusive home environment for an adult with an intellectual and/or developmental disability (I/DD). Host Home Providers support people to live full, meaningful lives as valued members of their community-based on their preferences, strengths, and goals.

Compensation: Monthly reimbursement is based on a daily rate that is determined by standardized assessment of individual support needs. The approximate range for monthly reimbursement is $1800-$7250.

Make a difference-open your home and support someone in building the life they choose.

About DDRC

Since 1964, DDRC has been committed to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and supporting their families. With a team of 200 dedicated staff, we offer a wide range of services from Early Intervention to adult residential, employment, and community programs. Our mission is grounded in inclusion, opportunity, and helping every person reach their fullest potential.

DDRC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

About the Host Home Model

Host Home services support adults with I/DD to live in private residences located in typical neighborhoods, where they are free to participate in everyday activities of home and community life. The people we serve:

• Choose how they spend their time


• Have dignityin their home and privacy in their personal space


• Maintain control over their daily routines and decisions


• Build community connections and relationships

This service is designed to fully comply with HCBS Final Settings Rule requirements for home and community integration.

What a Host Home Provider Does

As a Host Home Provider, you will:

• Offer a private bedroom and shared living space in your home


• Provide individualized supports based on the person's assessed needs and personal goals


• Support daily living activities, which may include:




• Personal care and self‑care tasks


• Health and medication oversight (per care plan)


• Money management support


• Meal planning and nutrition


• Community participation, recreation, and social opportunities


• Skill acquisition to maintain or increase independence

Supports are person driven and flexible, respecting the persons choices, rights, and independence.

Contractor Relationship

• Host Home Providers are Independent Contractors, as defined by the IRS and the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment


• Providers contract directly with DDRC


• The contract outlines roles, responsibilities, required standards, and the monthly payment rate


• DDRC provides oversight, ongoing support, monitoring, and required training

Compensation & Financial Responsibilities

• Providers receive a monthly stipend based ona persons assessed support level.


• Provider must maintain insurance and training as outlined in their contract to maintain good standing.

To be considered, you must:

• Be 21 years of age or older


• Own or rent a home that meets HUD, Colorado Department of Health and Environment, and DDRC standards


• Provide a private bedroom for the person


• Pass required criminal background checks


• Complete required training


• Maintain contractually required insurance coverage

Why Become a Host Home Provider with DDRC?

• Make a meaningful, long-term impact in someone's life


• Foster and share in the success of seeing a person with IDD thrive with your support


• Work from home while also promoting opportunities for community activities


• Enjoy flexible, relationship based caregiving


• Receive support from a tenured team with over 720 years of experience working with people with IDD.


• Benefit from a wide pool of respite options for when you need time away


• Become a part of a dynamic organization with it's mission at it's core and where Host Home Providers are valued and recognized for their unique roles