What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home / Shared Living Provider: Bennington position at Families First?
Looking to make a difference? Be a Home Provider with Families First!
The mission of Families First is to provide person-centered support for youth and adults living with developmental disabilities. Our services promote independent living skills, enhance self-esteem, and cultivate community membership through caring and respectful relationships.
Families First is seeking a compassionate and dependable Home Provider for a friendly semi-verbal gentleman living with developmental disabilities in Bennington County, Vermont. He enjoys working and spending time socializing with others. The ideal provider will offer a safe, supportive home environment and assist with personal care / hygiene assistance needs, while encouraging independence, community involvement, and daily activities.
A Home Provider will share their home and time with an advocate and should have a spare lockable bedroom available. Applicants should have an awareness or training in trauma informed care and should be located in the state of Vermont, within 45 minutes of Bennington.
Compensation includes:
Tax-free annual stipend of $64,000
This is a contracted, tax exempt position. There are no benefits included. Pay is need based funding dependent on the advocate. Home Providers may receive additional funding to hire respite as well as other agency supports.
Requirements:
- Must reside in Bennington County and have an extra/spare bedroom with a lockable door for privacy. Have a clutter-free, well-organized home space.
- Have a caring, reliable, and patient personality.
- A valid driver’s license and car insurance.
- A home inspection: checks for fire extinguishers, fire alarms, a means of egress, and other safety considerations.
- Must pass background checks
- Experience supporting individuals with disabilities is helpful but not required
If you’re someone who believes in empowering others, and creating connections, contact us today! Feel free to fill out an application on our website https://www.familiesfirstvt.org/application
Job Type: Contract
Pay: From $64,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $64,000