IDD Coaching & Mentorship Program (Texas) – 10-Week Intensive

📌 Program Introduction

Are you ready to create meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) across Texas?

This 10-week comprehensive coaching and mentorship program is specifically designed for aspiring and current providers seeking to start, license, and operate a Texas IDD program. Whether you’re starting a Day Habilitation, Residential Program, Group Home, Host Home, or Respite Service, this program walks you step-by-step through the entire process—from concept to compliance to client onboarding.

You’ll receive hands-on guidance, essential policy templates, real-time mentorship, and compliance-ready documentation to ensure you’re inspection-ready and operational under Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and Local IDD Authorities (LIDDAs).

🗂️ What’s Included in the Program?

1. Weekly Coaching Topics (10 Weeks)

📋 Licensure Process (Texas)

Participants will be guided through:

• Determining your service model: HCS, TxHmL, or Private Pay
• Understanding contracting with HHSC and local LIDDA requirements
• Completing the Provider Applicant Packet
• Developing and submitting your Program Description
• Submitting background checks via EMR/DFPS
• Meeting Minimum Standards for Residential or Day Programs
• Preparing for Pre-Licensure Surveys or Site Inspections

📑 Policies & Procedures Provided

You’ll receive editable templates for:

• Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation Prevention
• Emergency & Evacuation Plan
• Medication Administration Policy
• Staff Conduct & Training Policies
• Rights of Individuals with IDD
• Admission & Discharge Criteria
• Infection Control Policy
• Incident Reporting Procedures
• Transportation & Community Integration Policies

📂 Onboarding & Operational Documents

You will be equipped with:

• Employee Application & Job Descriptions
• Orientation Checklist
• Training Log Template (CPR, Behavior Mgmt, etc.)
• Service Delivery Logs
• Daily Progress Notes
• Individual Program Plan Templates
• Client Intake Packets (Admission Forms, Consents, etc.)
• Staff Handbook & Client Rights Handbook

🎯 Who Is This For?

• Aspiring group home or day program owners
• Current providers seeking to expand into IDD services
• Behavioral health agencies transitioning into IDD supports
• Past participants of your coaching or eLearning programs wanting to go deeper into the Texas IDD space

🛠️ Format & Support

• Weekly Live Sessions (via Zoom)
• Lifetime access to templates, recordings, and updates
• 1:1 check-ins during Week 5 and Week 10
• Private group for peer support and Q&A

💬 Want to Get Started?