Provider
TRAINING
Contact Community Service Solutions to schedule
your training!
Alpine County: 530.694.1240
Mono County: 775.392.0055
Inyo County: 760.872.2121
about
A provider is someone who takes care of a recipient under the IHSS Program
(In Home Supportive Services). See below all requirements to become an
IHSS provider.
New In-Home Supportive Services Provider Orientation Training.
Visit California Department of Social Services website for more training videos.
Videos
Provider orientation process
Step 2
Mono County
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Criminal background check & get fingerprinted (bring Live Scan Form) *** Only Cash / Check
Inyo County
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Criminal background check & get fingerprinted (bring Live Scan Form) *** Only Cash / Check
Step 3
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Attend Provider Orientation with Community Service Solutions. Alpine, Mono County or Inyo County offices are available.
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Bring to Provider Orientation:
-Form of ID (drivers license, passport, state ID, or tribal ID card)
-Social Security card or Birth certificate
Step 4
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After completing the Provider Orientation, sign an IHSS Program Provider Enrollment Agreement (SOC 846)
Need more info? Check out CDSS website on how to become a provider and provider orientation process.
recipient
TRAINING
Contact Community Service Solutions to assist you in finding a provider or enrolling in the program.
Alpine County: 530.694.1240
Mono County: 775.392.0055
Inyo County: 760.872.2121
about
A recipient may apply for the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) program if you are over 65 years of age, disabled (children as well) or blind. IHSS is another alternative to out-of-home care.
Types of services authorized can include: housecleaning, meal preparation, laundry, grocery shopping, personal care services (such as bowel and bladder care, bathing, grooming and paramedical services), accompaniment to medical appointments, and protective supervision for the mentally impaired.
More information about IHSS program
Visit California Department of Social Services website for more training videos.
Videos
REcipient Eligibility Criteria
Recipient Eligibility
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California resident
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Medi-Cal eligibility determination
(CSS can help with your application if needed) -
Must reside in your own home or a private residence of your choosing.
* Please note that hospitals, long-term care facilities, and licensed community care centers do not meet the 'private residence' requirement. -
Must submit a completed Health Care Certification form
resources
CDSS Electronic Services Portal for videos, frequently asked questions, and documents.
IHSS Providers can now easily view and download copies of their pay stubs through the Electronic Services Portal (ESP). Register now!
Visit California Department of Social Services website for more training videos.
