IHSS - In-Home Supportive Services certified provider Provider Enrollment Requirements Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following is a mandatory step for all prospective In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) providers as part of the enrollment process?

Accepted Answer

Submitting fingerprints for a Department of Justice background check.

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Completing a college-level course in caregiving.

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Passing a physical fitness examination.

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Providing three letters of reference from previous employers.

Question 2

A potential IHSS provider, was convicted of felony fraud against a public social services program 8 years ago. Based on IHSS provider enrollment requirements, what is their eligibility status?

Accepted Answer

Ineligible to become a provider.

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Eligible without any conditions.

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Eligible only if the recipient signs a special waiver.

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Eligible after a one-year probationary period.

Question 3

During an in-person enrollment appointment, a prospective provider must present specific identification. Which combination of documents is required?

Accepted Answer

A valid, government-issued photo ID and an original Social Security card.

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A student ID card and a birth certificate.

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A library card and a piece of mail with their current address.

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A credit card with a photo and a high school diploma.

Question 4

An applicant was convicted of a Tier 2 crime 7 years ago. Under what circumstance might they still become an eligible IHSS provider?

Accepted Answer

If the recipient requests and is granted an individual waiver for the provider.

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If they pay an additional 'risk' fee during enrollment.

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If they agree to work for a lower hourly wage.

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If they have never committed a driving-related offense.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of the mandatory provider orientation in the IHSS enrollment process?

Accepted Answer

To inform providers about program rules, their responsibilities, and the payroll process.

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To administer a final exam on medical terminology.

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To teach providers how to invest their earnings.

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To match providers with recipients based on personality profiles.

Question 6

Who is responsible for paying the costs associated with the Live Scan fingerprinting and criminal background check?

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The prospective provider.

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The IHSS recipient.

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The State of California.

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The county social services agency.