Job Description

The IFRC is currently seeking a person or family interested in providing Home Share to a female individual who enjoys cooking, attending regular community outings, and works part-time. She values connecting with peers and participating in family activities. Support will be needed for transportation to and from work and activities when city transit isn't available. The ideal candidate should be calm, understanding, and open to helping build new skills while maintaining current ones. They should also be welcoming and willing to include the individual in their day-to-day activities.

Applicants must live in the Trail, BC area.

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 supporting people with developmental disabilities, in their home. The Home Sharing Provider will enter a contractual agreement with the IFRC and will receive room and board and additional support funding linked to 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.

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.

Work Location: In person