Shared Living Provider

ViaQuest; Niles (OH); Remote; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Work from home

Training provided

24/7 support

Job summary

ViaQuest is seeking caring individuals to become Shared Living Providers, offering care to individuals with developmental disabilities from your own home. The program emphasizes independence, safety, and daily living support while you host participants in a caring home environment.

Training is provided, including CPR and First Aid, with a competitive daily stipend and 24/7 support. This opportunity allows you to work remotely from home while handling local transport and community outings with

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• HS diploma or GED required.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license with car insurance.
• Few points on DMV record (less than 6 in two years).
• Spare bedroom and willingness to share your home.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities to promote independence, choice and safety.
• Supervise, teach, and assist individuals in daily living activities.
• Integrate the individual into your everyday life and routines.
• Transport and accompany individuals to community events and appointments.

Skills

CPR/First Aid training

Reliable transportation

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

A Great Opportunity / $100-$150 per day stipend / Full Time

Remote Status

Providing care from the comfort of your own home

Being a Shared Living Provider is when you provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities while they live in your home. Required training is offered. Express interest today and make a difference in the lives of the individuals we serve!

What ViaQuest can offer you:

• Required training including CPR and First Aid courses and certifications.
• Competitive stipend.
• Flexibility with the ability to work from home.
• Completes all billing.
• 24/7 support.

Responsibilities may include:

• Providing direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities - our goal is to foster increased independence, choice and empowerment while assuring that their health and safety needs are always met.
• Supervising, teaching, and assisting individuals in all aspects of his/her life.
• Integrating the individual into your everyday life
• Participating in community outings and appointments through transporting and assisting the individual served.

Requirements to be a Shared Living Provider include:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Reliable transportation
• Valid driver's license and car insurance.
• Fewer than 6 points in the last two years on your motor vehicle record.
• Spare bedroom and willingness to share your home.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I have another job or work outside of the home while being a Shared Living Provider? Yes, several providers hold another job

Can a related caregiver be a Shared Living provider? Yes, this is an option for related caregivers even if you are their guardian

How long is the commitment for? Shared Living is meant to be a long-term living arrangement as long as both parties mutually agree

Can I be a provider for more than one individual? Yes, if you have a bedroom available and meet the qualifications, you can provide Shared Living for up to 4 people in your home