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Kennedy-Donovan Center Shared Living Caregivers! in New Bedford, Massachusetts
Kennedy-Donovan Center (KDC) is committed to providing high-quality care to the individuals we support. The purpose of the Shared Living Program (SLP) is to provide a home setting to individuals who cannot live independently. Shared Living homes promote individual growth, the development of relationships both within the home and in the greater community, individual choice-making, and the health and safety of the individuals. KDC is seeking caring and compassionate caregivers throughout central and eastern Massachusetts to share their home and life with a person with disability. Responsibilities:
Provide support and supervision to the individual
Participate and attend all meetings involving the individual
Ensure the health and safety of the individual, including scheduling/attending medical appts., maintaining a safe home, and administering medications.
Completing required documentation.
Participating in trainings and maintaining certifications.
Incentives:
Training and certifications
Guidance and professional support from a Shared Living Case Manager
Clinical Supports as needed
24/7 On-Call Assistance
Tax-exempt stipend (Bi-Weekly)
Qualifications:
Must have an available bedroom for the individual.
Criminal Record Check (CORI) check and RMV for self and all family members through DDS
High School Diploma or GED
18 years of age
Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle
Commitment to community-based support for adults with developmental disabilities.
Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities is helpful but not required.
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