Lifesharing Contractor
About The Position
Life Share Caregiver Opportunity (Arabic-Speaking) Open Your Home. Share Your Life. Make a Difference. We are seeking a compassionate and committed individual or couple to open their home and provide Life Share support to an adult with diverse support needs. This is a unique opportunity to build a meaningful relationship while supporting someone to live a full life within a welcoming home environment. The individual would benefit from a fully self-contained basement suite and is looking for a home where his privacy and independence can be respected while ensuring he has access to the support he needs. We are also open to speaking with applicants who may be willing to relocate to a home that can accommodate this arrangement. As a Life Share Caregiver, you will play an important role in supporting the individual's daily living needs while promoting choice, independence, self-determination, and community inclusion. This is a live-in, 24-hour support arrangement; however, the individual sleeps well through the night and receives staffing supports during the day.
Requirements
- A single male caregiver
- A single male caregiver with a roommate
- A husband-and-wife caregiver team
- Having some or all male support is important to the individual and will be given strong consideration during the matching process.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting individuals with autism and complex support needs
- Practice trauma-informed approaches to care and support
- Speak Arabic fluently and can communicate effectively with the individual
- Understand and appreciate Arab culture, traditions, and family values
- Can prepare traditional Arabic meals and engage in culturally meaningful activities
- Can support opportunities for connection to the local Arabic community
- Respect and support the individual's Christian faith, which is important to both him and his family
Responsibilities
- Support the individual's daily health, safety, and well-being
- Foster independence, personal choice, and self-determination
- Provide a safe, stable, and welcoming home environment
- Support community participation and meaningful activities
- Maintain open communication with the individual's support network
- Have a valid BC Driver's Licence and access to a vehicle
Benefits
- This is a contracted position, contract range is very good- lots of room for negotiation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
