Shared Living Caregivers

Kennedy-Donovan Center Inc; Uxbridge (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate caregivers in central and eastern Massachusetts to provide support in a Shared Living Program. This role involves offering supervision, ensuring health and safety, and maintaining documentation for individuals with disabilities. With a commitment to community-based support, caregivers will receive training, professional guidance, and a tax-exempt stipend. If you have a caring nature and a desire to make a difference in someone's life, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Training and certifications

Professional support from a Case Manager

24/7 On-Call Assistance

Tax-exempt stipend

Qualifications

• Must have an available bedroom for the individual.
• Criminal Record Check required for self and family members.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and supervision to the individual.
• Ensure the health and safety of the individual.
• Participate in trainings and maintain certifications.

Skills

Caregiving

Supervision

Documentation

Community Support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kennedy-Donovan Center (KDC) is committed to providing high-quality care to the individuals we support. The purpose of the Shared Living Program (SLP) is to provide a home setting to individuals who cannot live independently. Shared Living homes promote individual growth, the development of relationships both within the home and in the greater community, individual choice-making, and the health and safety of the individuals. KDC is seeking caring and compassionate caregivers throughout central and eastern Massachusetts to share their home and life with a person with disability.

*Blackstone Valley region*
Responsibilities:

• Provide support and supervision to the individual
• Participate and attend all meetings involving the individual
• Ensure the health and safety of the individual, including scheduling/attendingmedical appts., maintaining a safe home, and administering medications.
• Completing required documentation.
• Participating in trainings and maintaining certifications.

Incentives:

• Training and certifications
• Guidance and professional support from a Shared Living Case Manager
• Clinical Supports as needed
• 24/7 On-Call Assistance
• Tax-exempt stipend (Bi-Weekly)

Qualifications:

• Must have an available bedroom for the individual.
• Criminal Record Check (CORI) check and RMV for self and all family members through DDS
• High School Diploma or GED
• 18 years of age
• Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle
• Commitment to community-basedsupport for adults withdevelopmental disabilities.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities is helpful but not required.

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