www.ccdhhdb.colorado.gov Service Area: Colorado Statewide Program Established: 2017 Funding Sources: State and government department funding Number of Individuals Served: 34 Preferred Terminology: SSP
Certification/Endorsement: No certification or training CEUs are offered
Types of Service Requests: General. Reading mail, attending DB social events and task force meetings, shopping, doctor appointments, legislative meetings, etc. Each consumer is allowed a certain number of hours per month, depending on their needs. Training Requirements: SSPs must obtain external certification and/or 18 hours of mentoring requirements to become eligible to sign on as an independent contractor with the Commission. The Commission does not provide SSP training due to their independent contractor status as per state regulations. HKNC continues to work with CCDHHDB and Colorado DeafBlind Advisory Council to identify a funding source to provide training until a national or state certification can be developed. Program Coordination: Program funding allows for a full-time coordinator, but this position is currently vacant. A team works together to take care of all program needs. Transportation: Transportation is provided as part of the SSP’s duties.
SSP Pay Rate: SSPs are paid at $27.00 per hour, $34.50 after 7 pm (evening and weekends) and $42 on holidays. ($27/$34.50/$42).
Other: Automotive liability insurance ($1,000,000 minimum) is mandatory if SSPs plan to drive consumers. Professional liability insurance ($1,000,000 minimum) is also required for all SSPs.