Job Description

Home Share is a residential option for adults with developmental disabilities in which the individual shares a home with a care provider who provides ongoing, individualized support. This option provides an ideal balance of support and independence. For some, this is a step towards greater independence, while for others it is a lifelong living arrangement.

Job description

We are currently seeking people who are interested in becoming a Home Share Provider in the Powell River area supporting people with developmental disabilities, both in the individual's home (live-in) and in the provider's home. The Home Sharing Provider will enter a contractual agreement with the IFRC and will receive varying levels of funding supports based on the individual served.

Home Share providers will provide direct support in all areas of living. This may include, meal preparation, medication monitoring and reminders, hygiene, recreation, leisure, socialization, life skills and community participation.

Basic Requirements:

The IFRC will assist contractor applicants through the required Home Sharing application process.

A home study

References/background check

Criminal record check for working with vulnerable adults

Physician's certificate of good health

Valid driver's license

Valid First Aid w/CPR

WCB Insurance

If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, we invite you to apply to this ad and we will send you a home share application form.

If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, we invite you to apply to this ad and we will send you a home share application form.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

Yes or No- Are you comfortable assisting an individual with personal care (bathing, assisting someone to clean up after a bowel movement routine, grooming, feeding, light housekeeping, meal prep, etc)? Are you fully vaccinated ? Please explain what is your understanding of what Home Share service is. Please provide the best email to contact you.
Work Location: In person