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Benefits of Working for PPRS: 

• Online Training – Get onboarded in less than a week!
• Sirius Care Platform – We assisted in developing the Sirius Care website and mobile app, incorporating provider feedback to streamline shift submissions and ensure compliance.
• Compliant PASA – Fully compliant with the State of Colorado.
• Large Client Base – You’ll be connected with clients near you!
• Established in 2009 – In business for over 15 years.
• Family-Owned and Operated – A trusted, family-run business.
• Service Areas – We serve Adams, Arapahoe, Baca, Bent, Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek, Crowley, Custer, Denver, Douglas, Eagle, El Paso, Elbert, Freemont, Gilpin, Grand, Huerfano, Jefferson, Lake, Larimer, Las Animas, Lincoln, Mesa, Ortero, Park, Pitkin, Prowers, Pueblo, Summit, Teller, and Weld counties, with plans for future expansion.

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• Respite 
• CYM Respite
• High Fidelity Wraparound  
• Child and Youth Mentor
• Specialized Habilitation Services 
• Supportive Community Connector 
• Community Connector 
• Mentorship Services 
• Homemaker Basic 
• Homemaker Enhanced 
• Non-Medical Personal Care
• CFC Oversight

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At Pikes Peak Respite Services (PPRS), we provide compassionate, individualized support designed to strengthen families, encourage independence, and help children, youth, and adults thrive in their homes and communities.

Explore our available service areas and career opportunities below.

Child & Youth Mentorship provides meaningful one-on-one support to children and youth. Mentors help build positive relationships, encourage personal growth, support emotional stability, and reduce the risk of crisis or out-of-home placement.

• Build safe, positive, and trusting relationships.
• Encourage confidence, independence, and self-expression.
• Recognize and celebrate individual strengths, talents, and interests.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and advocacy.
• Model healthy communication and relationships.
• Participate in meaningful activities at home and in the community.
• Introduce children and youth to new experiences and opportunities.
• Communicate with PPRS staff to support goals and individualized plans.
• Maintain professional relationships with families and community partners.

• Updated resume with relevant experience.
• Completion of required Child & Youth Mentorship training.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with diverse children, youth, and families.
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• A positive, engaging, and dependable personality.

Position Type: Contract or Employee

Respite services provide short-term support for individuals with disabilities while giving primary unpaid caregivers time to rest, recharge, or attend to other responsibilities.

• One-on-one support.
• Up to 10 hours within a 24-hour period.
• May take place in the participant's home or community.

Group Respite may support multiple eligible individuals, including siblings when appropriate. Arrangements are coordinated between the provider and family.

Available to qualifying contractors.

Providers must complete the required Child & Youth Mentorship certification before providing CYM Respite.

Position Type: Contract or Employee

Youth Day Services provide individualized support to children and youth during daytime or working hours while offering temporary relief to primary caregivers.

• One-on-one support.
• Up to 10 hours within a 24-hour period.

Position Type: Contract

Supportive Community Connector services help individuals develop the confidence and skills needed to become more involved in their communities.

• Support participation in social and recreational activities.
• Help individuals build and maintain friendships.
• Encourage community involvement and independence.
• Assist with access to educational or training opportunities.
• Support participation in volunteer activities and community events.

$10 per shift
Up to 20 miles round trip

Effective March 2024

Position Type: Contract or Employee

Community Connector services help individuals build relationships, develop natural supports, and participate in activities that promote independence and inclusion.

• Encourage socialization and relationship building.
• Support participation in community activities.
• Promote skill development and independence.
• Provide support according to the individual's authorized service plan.

Position Type: Contract or Employee

Mentorship services help individuals develop confidence, independence, and self-advocacy skills through meaningful guidance and real-life experiences.

Mentors may use:

• Coaching
• Modeling
• Instruction
• Encouragement
• Skill-building activities
• Community-based experiences

Position Type: Contract or Employee

Homemaker Basic services assist individuals with routine household tasks when a disability makes those responsibilities more difficult to manage independently.

• General household cleaning.
• Laundry.
• Light household organization.
• Routine household maintenance tasks.
• Other authorized household support.

Position Type: Contract or Employee

Homemaker Enhanced services provide assistance beyond routine household tasks and may include habilitation or specialized cleaning related to medical or behavioral needs.

Providers help individuals learn and practice household skills so they can complete tasks as independently as possible.

Additional cleaning may be provided when medical or behavioral circumstances create needs beyond standard household cleaning.

Position Type: Contract or Employee

Non-Medical and Personal Care services provide individualized assistance with daily activities while helping participants maintain safety, comfort, dignity, and independence.

• Maintaining a safe home environment.
• Cooking and meal support.
• Cleaning and laundry.
• Assistance with shopping and errands.
• Support with appointments.
• Companionship and social interaction.
• Assistance with activities of daily living.
• Authorized personal care support.

Position Type: Contract or Employee

High Fidelity Wraparound is an evidence-based, team-centered care coordination process designed for children and youth with significant behavioral health needs.

The process brings together youth, families, providers, and other important supports to create an individualized plan based on the family's strengths, needs, culture, values, and priorities.

• Build strong partnerships with youth and families.
• Identify family strengths, needs, priorities, and goals.
• Develop a Strengths, Needs, and Culture Discovery.
• Bring together family members, providers, and community supports.
• Facilitate collaborative team meetings.
• Develop individualized support plans.
• Monitor progress and adjust strategies when needed.
• Maintain regular communication with families and team members.
• Connect families with helpful services and community resources.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualifying experience.
• Experience working with children, youth, and families.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to facilitate team-based planning.
• Experience supporting diverse families and communities.
• Relevant professional or lived experience with youth who have complex emotional or behavioral needs.
• Experience with schools, behavioral health, child welfare, juvenile justice, or healthcare systems is beneficial.

Position Type: Salaried

Whether you're interested in mentorship, respite, community-based services, personal care, or care coordination, PPRS offers opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families.

Make an impact. Build connections. Support independence.