Waypoint, formerly known as Waban, is seeking experienced and caring individuals in the Sanford/Springvale area to share their home with an adult with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities and serve as a Shared Living Provider. This person provides support to an adult with IDD 24/7 in the employee's home.
Some of our 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.
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:
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
Pay: From $122.00 per day
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- For those without DSP certification and CPR/First Aid certification, are you able to commit to completing required training prior to having an adult with IDD live in your home?
- If not included on your resume, please enter personal email address here:
- Are you located in Southern Maine?
Work Location: In person