Are You Compassionate and Ready for a Truly Rewarding Opportunity?

Rutland Mental Health Services is seeking Skilled and Positive people to become Shared Living Providers for those with average as well as higher medical and behavioral needs. This is a truly rewarding opportunity to make a positive difference in the life of a special individual.

Community Care Network’s contracted Shared Living Program creates opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities to live in the community and experience the meaning of home with the support of a Shared Living Provider. Shared Living Providers are more than just roommates. They support individuals with day to day activities, including: personal care, budgeting, accessing medical care, and developing social skills, as part of a larger team. In doing this, Shared Living Providers open the door for individuals to become part of a home, family, and community.
This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals interested in working from home while making a meaningful difference in someone’s life. Shared Living Providers provide a safe and secure environment where individuals can thrive emotionally, physically and socially. We use a careful matching process to ensure that each placement is mutually compatible. All homes are welcome to apply! Shared Living Providers are independent contractors who receive a tax-free stipend, Room & Board, respite budget, ongoing training, and team support.

Requirements:

• Reside in or near Rutland County, Vermont, contiguous towns, in other counties and in NYS)
• Willingness to learn and participate in required trainings.
• Willingness to meet someone where they’re at and help them grow. Promote mutual growth and learning.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Participate in the personal growth of the individual as they work toward achieving goals, for example: learning to dress themselves, practicing piano daily, developing a routine and structure. Each goal is tailored to the individual and can be on a wide spectrum.
• Communicate with a support team regularly and work as an integral part of the team.
• Pass a background check.
• Willing to welcome an individual into your home. Whether you live in an apartment or on a farm, we welcome all homes and home types of different shapes and sizes!
• For providing care for those with higher-needs the ideal provider would have experience with trauma informed practices, knowledge of de-escalating challenging behaviors, and setting clear boundaries. Our current intensive supports candidates’ needs vary and this position will require a higher level of skill and experience.

Shared Living Providers are independent contractors, not employees of the Community Care Network and are not eligible for benefits offered to employees.

Would you make a great Shared Living Provider? Click the link below to inquire for more information and learn more about this opportunity!

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Job Type: Contract

Application Question(s):

• What's a good email address for you?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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