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Host Home Provider

Looking for a meaningful way to make a difference while working from home?

This position is for a Live-In caregiver who would reside 24/7 in the existing home of the individual. Providers would live in the individual's home in a contingent lease based on host home services including reduced rent and utility rates.

A Host Home is a living arrangement where individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) or Related Conditions (RC) live in the private home of an individual in a unique housing opportunity. It's like having a roommate you get paid to provide support and assistance to.

The goal is to create a supportive, personalized environment that promotes independence, community involvement, and personal growth for the individual with IDD or RC. Host Homes are less restrictive than other residential options and focus on matching the individual with a compatible caregiver or family.

The home is a 935 Sq. Ft Ranch single story. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom with crawl space of 6,250 Sq. Feet Lot. Located near Leetsdale and Monaco. The provider would have a private bedroom and bathroom.

Ideal candidates are: positive, caring, patient, adaptable, professional, proactive, willing to be a role model and teacher, possess excellent listening and communication skills and have a genuine passion for helping others.

Qualifications:

+ Host Home Certification (provided by OPPO inspection).

+ Background checks for anyone over the age of 12 residing in the home.

+ Written and spoken communication skills (English language).

+ Computer proficiency (documentation is done on an internet based system).

+ Polished interpersonal skills and professionalism.

+ A desire to create a positive impact on someone's life.

Contractor Expectations & Responsibilities:

+ Maintain the person’s health and safety.

+ Assist the person in activities of daily living they require support with. This may include: feeding, dressing, bathing, toileting, transferring, and behavior supports.

+ Working toward Person Centered Support Plan (PCSP) goals and objectives, following the person’s support strategy and person specific training.

+ Follow protocols for any approved human rights restrictions and/or behavior support plans (including requirement data tracking from licensed behaviorists).

+ Provide supervision of the person.

+ Provide transportation for the person.

+ Assist the person with acquiring, retaining, and improving skills related to living as independently as possible

+ Assist the Person with accessing their community.

+ Maintain a positive relationship with the individual’s care team/natural supports.

+ Maintain client/contractor compliance documentation requirements

Compensation:

Compensation for contractor services is provided at a daily rate, encompassing care delivered throughout each month. Payment is issued monthly.