Life Sharing Independent Contractor Provider
Life Sharing Independent Contractor Provider
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Job Description
Penn-Mar Human Services is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to live courageously and independently. Through our Life Sharing Program we match individuals with caring families or individuals who open their homes and hearts to share their lives.
What is Life Sharing Life Sharing is a person-centered living arrangement where an individual with IDD becomes part of a welcoming household. Its more than caregivingits about building a meaningful long-term relationship and supporting someone in living a full inclusive life.
The Life Sharing role is an Independent Contractor Provider
Welcome an adult with IDD into your home as a family member
Support their daily living needs personal goals and community involvement
Foster independence dignity and inclusion
Collaborate with Penn-Mars professional team for ongoing support and training
Maintain a safe nurturing and respectful home environment
What We Offer
Generous monthly stipend and room & board reimbursement
24/7 on-call support and respite care options
Extensive training and onboarding
Ongoing professional development
A deeply rewarding experience that transforms lives yours included
Who Can Apply for these independent contractor opportunities
Individuals or families with a stable home environment
Must be 21 and able to pass background checks
Willing to complete required training and home inspections
Compassionate patient and committed to inclusion and advocacy
Training & Household Requirements- To ensure the best care and compliance with state regulations providers must:
Complete 24 hours of training annually
Complete a few easy online Life Sharing trainings each year
Be CPR and First Aid certified (renewed every other year)
Ensure everyone in the household has a physical and TB test before move-in (TB test repeated every other year)
Submit background clearances for all household members over age 17 (processed through Focus)
Maintain daily documentation (simple and supported by Penn-Mar)
Assist with annual physicals and biannual dental visits for the individual
Keep a medication log if the individual is not independent in medication management (support provided)
Ready to Make a Difference
Apply now to become a Life Sharing independent contractor Provider and help someone live their best lifewhile enriching your own.
Prior experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or autism is preferred but NOT required.
Interested Contact Emily at to learn more about life sharing support as an independent contractor.
Required Experience:
Contract
Employment Type
Full-Time
