What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shared Living Providers - Oxford County position at Woodfords Family Services?
Woodfords Family Services is excited to grow and invites new Shared Living Providers to be part of our expanding program throughout Maine communities! Learn more today by submitting a quick application online, or emailing us at recruitment@woodfords.org to get started!
Opportunity Details
Woodfords' Shared Living Services offers family and home-based support to adults with intellectual disabilities in Central and Southern Maine who seek to improve their independence. A Shared Living provider delivers direct assistance within their own home or apartment, creating a nurturing family atmosphere that promotes relationships and community involvement. This program serves as an alternative to group home living, and targets the support in areas of education, employment, community access, family inclusion, and independent living skills.
Key Highlights
This is a full-time, independently contracted position through Woodfords Family Services. To be eligible, candidates must pass background checks, home inspection, and meet the minimum qualifications below:
Becoming a Shared Living Provider presents a unique and fulfilling opportunity to welcome someone in need into your home. We understand that this decision may come with questions and uncertainties. The Shared Living team is here to assist you every step of the way. To help you get familiar with our process, here are some of the most frequently asked questions!
Who We Are
Woodfords Family Services is a nonprofit organization that's been committed to the support and inclusion of people with special needs and their families in Maine communities for over 55 years! Today, the organization provides a wide array of clinical, educational, behavioral health, residential, community and family support programs to more than 2,000 children, youth and adults with autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses throughout the state. Additionally, the agency is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA), whose program of quality improvement is designed to identify providers that have met high performance standards and have made a commitment to their stakeholders to deliver the very best quality services.
Opportunity Details
Woodfords' Shared Living Services offers family and home-based support to adults with intellectual disabilities in Central and Southern Maine who seek to improve their independence. A Shared Living provider delivers direct assistance within their own home or apartment, creating a nurturing family atmosphere that promotes relationships and community involvement. This program serves as an alternative to group home living, and targets the support in areas of education, employment, community access, family inclusion, and independent living skills.
Key Highlights
- Flexible Schedule
- Access to 24/7 support from our Shared Living team! Plus we'll connect you with a valuable network of other Shared Living Providers!
- Training reimbursement opportunities!
- Generous tax-free stipend additional reimbursements for room & board!
This is a full-time, independently contracted position through Woodfords Family Services. To be eligible, candidates must pass background checks, home inspection, and meet the minimum qualifications below:
- Must currently reside in Maine & have a spare bedroom
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Valid Driver's License
- Personal vehicle with current auto insurance
- Ability to complete and maintain compliance with all required trainings
Becoming a Shared Living Provider presents a unique and fulfilling opportunity to welcome someone in need into your home. We understand that this decision may come with questions and uncertainties. The Shared Living team is here to assist you every step of the way. To help you get familiar with our process, here are some of the most frequently asked questions!
- Who can become a Shared Living Provider?
- Do I have to own a home to participate in Shared Living?
- Who determines the placement?
- Can I work another job and still be a shared living provider?
- What is your service area?
Who We Are
Woodfords Family Services is a nonprofit organization that's been committed to the support and inclusion of people with special needs and their families in Maine communities for over 55 years! Today, the organization provides a wide array of clinical, educational, behavioral health, residential, community and family support programs to more than 2,000 children, youth and adults with autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses throughout the state. Additionally, the agency is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA), whose program of quality improvement is designed to identify providers that have met high performance standards and have made a commitment to their stakeholders to deliver the very best quality services.
