3. Licensing or Certification 

Agencies providing habilitation services must be certified by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare as a Residential Habilitation Agency. 

4. Responsible State Agency 

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is responsible for certifying and overseeing Residential Habilitation Agencies. 

5. Application Process 

To become a certified Residential Habilitation Agency, providers must: 

• Register with the Idaho Secretary of State 

• Register with the DHW's Background Check Unit 

• Submit an application to the Department of Health and Welfare 

• Complete Medicaid provider enrollment after certification 

6. Required Documentation 

While a comprehensive list is not provided, required documents likely include: 

• Completed application form 

• Proof of registration with Idaho Secretary of State 

• Background check clearances for staff 

• Agency policies and procedures 

• Staff qualification documentation 

7. Timeline for Approval 

The available results do not specify an exact timeline for approval. However, agencies must submit a request for renewal of certification 90 days before their certificate expires. 

8. Pre-Application Process 

There is no specific pre-application process mentioned in the available results by the state. 

9. Pre-Application Training 

While no mandatory pre-application training is mentioned, providers must ensure their staff receive necessary training, including: 

• First aid and CPR certification 

• Training in behavior and skill training program plans 

10. Additional Notes 

• Habilitation services are person-centered, and participant driven. 

• Services are covered by Medicaid with no cost to participants or their families. 

• Agencies must develop and implement policies for assessing participant safety, maintaining records, and providing required services. 

• Residential Habilitation professionals must have at least one year of supervised experience with the population served and meet QIDP qualifications. 

• As of 2025, there is an increasing emphasis on community-based services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities.