Available Positions
Shared Living Caregivers
Shared Living Caregiver
Caregivers will become an essential part of the individuals’ life and through modeling and teaching will empower them to maximize their independence. They will assist the individual to maintain optimal health, which could include the oversight and assistance with their medications, medical and psychiatric appointments. Caregivers need to be strong advocates for individual’s and when a crisis occurs, evaluate and report this to the Shared Living team, as well as assist the individual to work through their crises.
Caregivers, depending on the individual’s ability and training needs, could be supporting the individual in the management of their funds and/or following a financial teaching plan. They will attend and provide input at the individual’s planning meetings with the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and assist them in setting goals based on their life desires.
The Expertise We Can’t Do Without (Qualifications)Caregivers must be 18 years or older, have a valid driver’s license and go through a background check (CORI & fingerprinted). Additional requirements for mandatory trainings apply.
Other Essential RequirementsCaregivers will need to participate in mandatory and elected trainings as deemed necessary by DDS and the Shared Living team. The mandatory trainings are as follows, but are not limited to:
- First Aid (2 Years)
- CPR (2 Years)
- Infection Control
- COVID-19
- DDS Mandated Reporter
- Fire Safety & Safety Plan
- Positive Behavioral Supports (PBS)
- Health Observation Guidelines – Signs & Symptoms of Illness
- 509 Healthy Eating Habits
- Unique Support needs of the individual
- Individual Service Plans (ISP) Goals & Objectives
If Applicable:
- Medication Treatment Plan (MTP)
- Guidelines/Behavior Plan
- Supported & Protective Devises