Shared Living Provider - North Shore Area
About the role
Would you like to work from home while making a difference in someone's life? Do you have an extra room in your home? Are you willing to provide care, a social and engaging life for a person with cognitive disabilities? Our Shared Living program matches adults with developmental disabilities with welcoming individuals or families in their community for long term, in-home placement. The goal is to have the provider family integrate the individual into their home and community life. Riverside is there every step of the way to provide support to both the individual and the provider family. We are committed to the philosophy that individuals with developmental disabilities thrive when they are able to live in a family home. Over time, these new family members develop meaningful relationships and learn to be independent and active members of their community. This model enriches the lives of all who are involved.
Responsibilities
- Provide in-home care for an adult with developmental disabilities in your home
- Assist with meal preparation
- Transport to medical appointments
- Administer medication
- Integrate the individual into your family and community life
Requirements
- Have an extra room in your home
- Willingness to provide long-term, in-home placement
- Past experience is helpful but not required — training and ongoing support provided
Locations
Opportunities available in: Ispwich, Gloucester, Essex, Topsfield, Hamilton, Salem, Marblehead, Beverley, Manchester, Lynn, Peabody, Middleton, and Danvers.
Pay
This is a stipend-based arrangement determined by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) based on the level of need of the individual supported. Stipend amounts vary accordingly.
Benefits
The benefits from becoming a Provider also include having someone become an integral part of your family and community!
Contact information
To learn more about becoming a Provider, please contact Holly Pyne ext. 3001 or Karen Bethune ext. 3003 at 781-762-8539. Questions can be emailed to sharedliving@riversidecc.org. To submit your application, send it to Holly Pyne via fax at 781-762-9094 or via email to hpyne@riversidecc.org. The application can be found at https://www.riversidecc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Care-Provider-Application-1.pdf. To learn more about this wonderful program, please watch this inspiring video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=whTbSPn9Fiw.