Shared Living Provider (Framingham, MA)

Nonotuck Resource Associates Inc•Framingham, MA

28d•$27,618 - $96,677

About The Position

Open Your Heart, Open Your Home/Caregiving with Love Nonotuck Resources Associates (www.nonotuck.com) is a community-based agency that has been providing residential services since 1972 to people with intellectual disabilities and acquired brain injuries. We support people who need assistance to remain living in a home setting. The individual and shared living provider share a home; the shared living provider must have an extra bedroom. SHARED LIVING PROVIDER NEEDED We are seeking a compassionate individual or couple to provide a welcoming and supportive shared living home for a young man in the Natick/Framingham area. He dreams of living in a home with people who will embrace him as an inclusive member of the household. He values meaningful relationships and is looking for a home where he feels empowered, respected, and celebrated for who he is. He is looking for a home where he will be encouraged to participate actively in daily life activities while receiving the support he needs to achieve his goals and maintain his health. Who We Are Looking For: A caring individual or couple who: Can provide a warm, inclusive home environment. Will support his daily living needs with dignity and respect. Can assist him with skill development. Are prepared to help navigate emergent safety situations and support scheduling activities to ensure a balanced, fulfilling life. If you are in the Natick/Framingham area and able to provide supports to this person, we encourage you to apply. If you believe in the power of inclusion and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Caregiver responsibilities will include planning and sharing meals, coordinating appointments and social activities, and providing assistance with budgeting, safety, and daily living skills. To qualify, all applicants must have First Aid and CPR training, a valid driver's license, own a car, pass a CORI, and meet AFC criteria. The caregiver will receive a generous stipend, training, and ongoing support. Clinical supports, nursing supports, and respite funds are also available, as needed. If you're interested in learning more about becoming a shared living provider, please send us your resume. The following resources will be available: 24- Hour emergency on-call assistance Monthly in-home visits from a Care Manager Access to clinicians for additional support Training on home safety skills, medication management