Shared Living Provider - Western Region

Waypoint; Paris (ME); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily stipend

Direct deposit

Supportive agency

Professional development

Laptop provided

Job summary

Waypoint seeks a Shared Living Provider to welcome an adult with ID/DD into your home under a contracted arrangement. You will support education, employment, recreation, and independent living skills as part of the person’s team.

The role includes ongoing training, a daily stipend, and access to development opportunities. A suitable home environment and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 21 years old and pass background checks.
• Experience working with individuals with ID/DD is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Share your home to support an adult with a developmental disability in a family setting.
• Provide day-to-day living support and participate as part of the person’s team to achieve personal goals.

Skills

Driving

Background checks

ID/DD experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

DSP certification

Job description

About Waypoint:

Waypoint offers comprehensive services, including a special purpose private school for children with autism and other developmental disabilities, case management and outpatient therapy services for children and adults, and residential and in-home supports for adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.

About Waypoint:

Waypoint offers comprehensive services, including a special purpose private school for children with autism and other developmental disabilities, case management and outpatient therapy services for children and adults, and residential and in-home supports for adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.

About the Role:

$49,275 a year-contract

Share your home and help an adult with a developmental disability to live in a family setting. Shared Living Providers open their homes to support individuals with education, employment, recreation, family inclusion, health/mental health, and independent living skills, and serve as an important member of the person's team in identifying and achieving their personal life goals. This is a contracted position to support a person 12 months per year in your home.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years of age and pass background check(s)

Requirements:

• Clean driving record, driver's license, and reliable transportation
• Experience working with individuals with ID/DD is preferred but not required
• DSP and CPR certifications; will provide training for those in need of certifications

Job Type: Contract

Benefits:

• Generous daily stipend/contracted position; direct deposit
• Very supportive agency to partner with as you open your home to an adult with ID/DD
• Access to free professional development/training opportunities
• Electronic documentation/IT support including laptop if needed