Certify Your Halfway House with Confidence
Unlock everything you need to get your halfway house certified with ease. Our packages includes comprehensive guidance, required documents, and support to help you navigate the certification process successfully. Save time, avoid confusion, and get your halfway house up and running — the smart, affordable way!
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Your Halfway House Certification — The Way You Need It
Choose the Support Level That's Right for You: DIY, DWY, or DFY
Get your halfway house certified with confidence. Whether you prefer to do it yourself, work alongside an expert, or have us handle everything for you, we have the perfect package to meet your needs.
🛠️ DIY Package
Do It Yourself with Guidance
What’s Included:
- Step by step instructions with one coaching session
- Customized certification documents
- Contacting the state on your behalf
- Shared to do list for task management
You Handle the Rest!
🤝 DWY Package
Do It With You
What’s Included:
- Step by step instructions with 3 coaching session
- Customized certification documents
- Contacting the state on your behalf
- Online portal management & document uploads
- House log templates
- Printed Binder with certification documents for inspection
- Shared to do list for task management
- Assistance with insurance quotes
Step-by-Step Assistance
✅ DFY Package
Done For You
What’s Included:
- Complete certification process handled for you.
- Unlimited coaching sessions.
- One grant consultation and research session.
- State communication and inspection prep.
- One grant proposal written & submitted
Get Certified Hassle-Free
Whether you prefer to handle it yourself, need a helping hand, or want us to do it for you, we’ve got you covered.
Comprehensive Documentation Support Offer For Growth
Resident Agreements
Clear, legally compliant agreements outlining expectations and rules for residents.
Policy Manuals
Detailed manuals covering operational policies, house rules, and procedures.
Intake Applications
Customized applications for new residents, ensuring a smooth intake process.
Safety and Emergency Plans
Step-by-step plans for emergencies and resident safety compliance.
Grievance Policies
Procedures for handling complaints and ensuring resident rights.
Staff Training Guidelines
Manuals to standardize staff training and ensure quality service.
Client Feedback
Still have questions? We’ve got answers…
1. What is the Butterfly Journey Program?
The Butterfly Journey Program is a subsidiary of OpenupaHalfwayHouse.com that provides step-by-step assistance to individuals seeking to certify their halfway houses. The program focuses on reentry support services for formerly incarcerated individuals and their families.
3. What documents are required for halfway house certification?
You’ll need the following(Depending on the state, you may need more):
- Proof of insurance
- Copy of the lease (if the home is a rental)
- Mission and vision statements
- Resident agreement
- Policies & Procedures (including house rules, rental agreement, refund policy, drug use/relapse procedure, etc.)
- Declaration of non-discrimination
- Manager’s job description
- Code of ethics
- Emergency procedures
- Grievance policy and procedure
5. What are the fees associated with halfway house certification?
Certification fees vary depending on the state. While specific fees may differ, common charges include:
- Membership Fee: Typically around $200 (state-specific).
- Inspection Fee: Varies by state, generally ranging from $75 to $200 per residence/home.
- Annual Dues: Often calculated per bed, typically around $10 to $50 per bed per year.
In addition to these fees, other costs may apply, such as:
- Insurance Costs
- Zoning Fees
- Permitting Fees
These fees are separate from the Butterfly Journey Program’s service fee, which covers personalized assistance through the certification process.
2. What does the halfway house certification process involve?
The process includes several key steps:
- Application Preparation & Submission: Completing and submitting the application.
- Document Preparation: Creating mandatory documents such as Policies & Procedures.
- State Communication: Assisting with communications between you and the state.
- Inspection Preparation: Preparing for the final state inspection.
- Certification & Audit: Ensuring compliance and readiness for any audits or inspections.
4. How long does the certification process take?
The timeline varies based on state processing times and your readiness. Steps include:
- Initial intake interview
- Application submission
- Document preparation
- Phone interview with the state
- Final instructions and inspection scheduling
Delays can occur depending on state caseloads.
6. How much does the Butterfly Journey Program charge for the certification service and what is included?
The service fee starts at $250. This covers the entire start-to-finish certification process, including personalized assistance.
7. What does the $250 service fee include?
- Application and certification research
- One-on-one personalized service
- Document manuals preparation