Foster Parent

Sample Supports is seeking compassionate, stable, and committed individuals and families to open their homes to children and youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

As a foster parent with Sample Supports, you'll have the opportunity to provide a safe, supportive home to a child who needs consistency, connection, and someone in their corner. You'll also receive competitive monthly compensation, extensive training, 24/7 support, clinical expertise, and access to skilled respite providers.

You won't be doing this alone. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.

To be considered for this role, you must complete the Culture Index Survey (link here). This is not a test - there are no right or wrong answers. It helps us build well-balanced teams and match people with roles where they can thrive.

Two Ways to Foster With Sample Supports

Traditional Foster Care
Provide a safe, stable, and nurturing home for a child or youth who cannot currently live with their biological family. Foster parents provide day-to-day care, consistency, encouragement, and connection while working alongside Sample Supports and the child's care team.

CHRP Foster Care
CHRP is designed for children and youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities who may require a higher level of support in the home. CHRP foster parents receive specialized training and work closely with Sample Supports' experienced clinical and behavioral professionals.

Depending on the child, support needs may include developmental disabilities, behavioral challenges, mental health needs, trauma-related responses, verbal or physical aggression, and assistance with daily living skills.

You do not have to navigate these needs alone. Sample Supports provides training, professional guidance, respite resources, and 24/7 on-call support to help foster parents succeed.

Compensation

Foster parents may receive $2,000-$5,000 per month, depending on the individual child's level of support and care needs.

Foster care providers receive monthly compensation while providing a safe, supportive home for a child.

Compensation varies based on the individual needs of the child and eligibility for services. Actual compensation is determined by placement and service needs.

In addition to compensation, Sample Supports provides the training, professional resources, and ongoing support needed to help foster parents and children succeed together.

You'll Have a Team Behind You

Sample Supports provides:

• 24/7 on-call support for challenging situations
• Training in mental health, developmental disabilities, trauma, child development, and behavioral supports
• Access to experienced behavioral and clinical professionals
• Skilled respite providers to provide additional support
• Ongoing guidance from a team that understands the unique needs of children with IDD

Sample Supports is a licensed Child Placement Agency through the State of Colorado and provides comprehensive Youth Services, including:

• Behavior and clinical counseling
• Adult transition services
• Employment opportunities for adolescents
• Vocational training programs

What We're Looking For

Great foster parents come from many different backgrounds. You do not need to know everything on day one-we provide training and ongoing support.

Successful foster parents are typically:

• Patient, dependable, and emotionally stable
• Caring and committed to helping children thrive
• Comfortable learning about developmental disabilities, mental health, and trauma
• Able to respond to challenging behaviors in a calm and supportive way
• Willing to collaborate with families, schools, clinicians, and agency professionals
• Organized and able to maintain required documentation
• Committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and consistent home environment

Basic Requirements

To become a foster parent with Sample Supports, you must:

• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Have an appropriate home environment with at least one available bedroom
• Have dependable transportation and be able to safely transport a child
• Meet approved motor vehicle record standards
• Pass required Child/Adult Protection Services checks
• Complete a criminal background check
• Meet applicable Colorado foster care and agency requirements
• Maintain confidentiality and follow Sample Supports policies and procedures

Your Responsibilities as a Foster Parent

Foster parents are responsible for creating a safe, supportive home and helping meet the child's day-to-day needs. This includes:

• Providing a safe and comfortable home, including a separate bed and space for personal belongings
• Supporting the child's physical, emotional, developmental, and social needs
• Ensuring school attendance and supporting educational progress
• Coordinating and attending medical and dental appointments
• Helping the child navigate the emotions and adjustments associated with foster care
• Providing recreational, community, and enrichment opportunities
• Maintaining required records, including developmental milestones and behavioral documentation
• Working collaboratively with Sample Supports and other professionals involved in the child's care
• Following Colorado regulations and Sample Supports policies and procedures

Ready to Make a Difference?

Becoming a foster parent is a significant commitment, but you don't have to do it by yourself. Sample Supports provides the training, resources, compensation, and professional support to help you provide a child with a safe and caring home.

Learn more about becoming a foster parent with Sample Supports: