Family Model Provider
Summary
We are looking for caring individuals who share our dedication to providing a supportive environment for persons with intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) in their home. We ask that you bring a desire to serve others and share your home, and RHA will provide the training and support to ensure your success.
Position Requirements
- HS Diploma/GED preferred
- 18 years old or older
- Documentation of home ownership: current mortgage statement or renter’s lease
- Proof of homeowner’s or renter’s insurance or personal property insurance
- Valid Driver’s License; Reliable transportation with valid vehicle insurance
- Ability to pass criminal background and Registry checks as well as a Drug Screen
- TB Screenings for all members of household
- Willing to be a self-employed worker
Responsibilities
- Seek to understand the individual in the context of their personal history, their social and family networks, and their hopes and dreams for the future.
- Support the individual in eating nutritious meals and snacks consistent with dietary needs, resting (by providing sleeping accommodations), daily self-care activities, leisure/recreation, education and working.
- Supports are provided according to the person’s abilities and interests while ensuring privacy and dignity.
- Prepare, teach and assist the person in food preparation, and cleaning of the home.
- Honor the choices, preferences and culture of the person you support.
- Aid in the provision of opportunities for social, emotional and spiritual needs to be met.
- Assist with transportation and scheduling of all medical, therapy, vocational and recreational activities.
- Ensure that the home environment is safe and in good condition.
- Implement services and supports to address goals identified through the Person Centered Plan. This includes medical, psychiatric, recreational, spiritual, and emotional needs.
- Aid in the facilitation of communication related to individual needs, response to service and supports, and progress toward goals.
- Follow state guidelines specific to Family Model Services.
Benefits
- Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
- Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
- Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
- Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
- 401(k) retirement savings program
- Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
- Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
About RHA
RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.
If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support, apply to join the team today.