There are two parts to completing the facility application: Part A and B. Click application to download. The application is organized as follows:
Part A:
Facility Type
Surety Bond: Required to protect client assets
Monthly Operating Budget
Personal Financial Information
Staff Schedule
Medical Evaluation of staff with TB Test
Fingerprint Clearance for all staff.
Emergency Disaster Plan
Facility Sketch
Relocation Sites
Fire Inspection
Administrator Qualifications
Part B:
Job Descriptions
Personnel Policies
Staff Training Program
Facility Program Description
House Rules
Admission Policies
Sample Menu
Control of Property: You must have title or lease to property to submit application.
Evidence of First Aid Card
Component 1 Orientation Attendance
After you submit your application you will be contacted by a licensed program analyst who reviews your application and inspects your home. Many people begin the application process by enrolling in the Administrator Course. Becoming a certified administrator will gives you the knowledge on how to fille an application
Application Assistance
For many completing the application is overwhelming and would prefer to have someone do it for them. Click here on consultation to learn more.
Communication
Good communication skills are a giant part of being successful. Understanding the perspective and needs of others goes a long way. Many people are surprised when they receive a less than enthusiastic reception when the speak to agency representatives. Agencies such as Community Care Licensing and Regional Center are charged with the responsibility of insuring that the people who provide care to their clients do not exploit clients for financial gain. Before you contact agencies and get to far along in the process it is important to do your homework on what the mission of the agency is and how they implement it. Learn the basics of Title 22 (General Regs Title 22) when communicating with Community Care Licensing. When communicating with Regional Center become familiar with Title 17, what is developmental disability, person centered planning and the philosophy of normalization. If you do you, will more easily understand what is expected of you and how to meet the needs of the agency. By focusing on the agency needs instead of your own you will be seen as a professional and a good communicator who shares a common goal and purpose: providing good care to clients. It follows the old dictium; the more you give, the more you get.
Like the development of any small business there are many steps involved. And whenever you deal with a government agency there are hoops to jump through. Remember, California wants people to open up small residential homes. That is why the regulations and laws were created in the first place. My experience is that those individuals who are not deterred by disappointment and are not easily discouraged are the most successful.
