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Location

Otisfield, Maine

Salary

$126 / HOUR

Quick overview

Share your home and help an adult with a developmental disability to live in a family setting. Support individuals with education, employment, recreation, and independent living skills while helping them achieve their personal life goals.

Requirements summary

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with being at least 21 years of age and passing background checks. A clean driving record and reliable transportation are necessary, and experience with individuals with ID/DD is preferred but not mandatory.

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Job description

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

$49,275 a year-contract 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 · 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.

Benefits

  • Training Opportunities
  • Direct Deposit
  • Free Professional Development
  • Generous Daily Stipend
  • Electronic Documentation Support