IHSS In-Home Supportive Services certified provider Provider Roles and Responsibilities 3

Question 1

What must an IHSS provider do before beginning work with a new recipient?

Accepted Answer

Complete provider enrollment, orientation, and receive an approved Notice of Action

Answer

Providers must complete enrollment and orientation and wait for official IHSS authorization before providing services.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the role of an IHSS provider in relation to the recipient?

Accepted Answer

The provider is a supportive employee who assists the recipient in living independently

Answer

IHSS providers are employees of the recipient who assist with tasks that allow the recipient to remain safely in their own home.

Question 3

An IHSS provider's recipient has a new diagnosis and needs different types of assistance. Who is responsible for updating the care plan?

Accepted Answer

The recipient contacts IHSS to request a reassessment by a social worker

Answer

The recipient must contact IHSS to request a reassessment when their needs change; only an IHSS social worker can update the authorized hours and tasks.

Question 4

When providing domestic services to an IHSS recipient, what standard should the provider maintain?

Accepted Answer

The recipient's standard of cleanliness and their preferences

Answer

Services should be performed according to the recipient's preferences and standards since the goal is to support their independence and autonomy.

Question 5

An IHSS provider wants to take a two-week vacation. What must they do to ensure the recipient's care is not interrupted?

Accepted Answer

Notify the recipient in advance so alternative care arrangements can be made

Answer

Providers must give adequate notice to recipients when they are unavailable so the recipient can arrange backup care.

(IHSS) In-Home Supportive Services certified provider Practice Test

(IHSS) In-Home Supportive Services certified provider Practice Test

IHSS In-Home Supportive Services certified provider Provider Roles and Responsibilities 3