In-Home Shared Living Caregiver - Empower Independence

Behavioral Health Network, Inc.; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous stipend

Monthly home visits from a Dedicated 0

24-hour emergency on-call support

Comprehensive training including CPR/1

Meaningful work making a difference

Diversity, equity, inclusion focus

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network in Holyoke, MA is seeking a compassionate Shared Living Caregiver to provide in-home placement for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities within our Shared Living program.

You will support independence, health, and community participation by opening your home and heart, assisting daily living, monitoring wellbeing, and coordinating with a dedicated Shared Living Coordinator. Training is provided and a stable, mission-driven workplace awaits.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to provide accommodations to meet living needs.
• Understanding and supportive of individuals with disabilities.
• Must pass criminal background and driving record checks, plus home assessment.
• Commitment to empowerment, human rights, and community integration.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Open your home and heart to an individual with disabilities, helping them stay healthy and engaged in the community.
• Assist daily living activities while encouraging independence and decision-making.
• Monitor health and wellbeing and provide support with medications and documentation.
• Deliver crisis intervention and emergency support when needed.
• Initiate community activities and foster social support networks.
• Promote quality of life with empowerment, safety, dignity, and respect.

Skills

18+ years

Accommodations to living needs

Disability awareness

Background checks

Empowerment & human rights

Driver's license preferred

Job description

Behavioral Health Network in Holyoke, MA is seeking a compassionate Shared Living Caregiver to provide in-home placement for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities within our Shared Living program.

You will support independence, health, and community participation by opening your home and heart, assisting daily living, monitoring wellbeing, and coordinating with a dedicated Shared Living Coordinator. Training is provided and a stable, mission-driven workplace awaits.