Companion Home Contractor

This is a contract position:

Job Overview

Imagine! is seeking a compassionate, patient, and reliable Companion Home Contractor to provide full-time, live-in support for an adult with developmental disabilities in their home in Westminster, CO.

This is a long-term, meaningful opportunity to build a supportive, consistent home environment while being part of a collaborative care team. Ongoing support and guidance are provided-you will not be doing this alone.

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About the Member

The member is kind, funny, bright, and has a great sense of humor. She enjoys connecting with others and values being treated with respect and dignity.

Communication The member communicates using:

• An iPad with a Dynavox communication program
• Eye pointing, head nodding, and verbal cues

Her iPad is essential for communication, social connection, and daily engagement.

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What the Member Enjoys

• Visiting the zoo, aquarium, wildlife parks, and animal shelters
• Music and attending concerts (especially the Backstreet Boys!)
• Using her iPad (games, social media, staying connected)
• Volunteering and helping others
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Key Responsibilities

This role includes hands-on, full care support, including:

• Personal care (bathing, dressing, hygiene)
• Ostomy and diaper care
• Medication administration (via feeding tube)
• IV support (training provided)
• Transfers using a lift and wheelchair support
• Transportation to appointments (accessible van provided)

The member requires 24/7 supervision and cannot be left alone.

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Support Considerations

• Calm, low-noise environments are important
• Predictability and routine help the member feel comfortable
• Clear, respectful adult communication is essential
• Supervision is required for safety (including internet use)

Additional training and strategies will be provided to support success.

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Home Environment

This is a live-in position in the member's home. The ideal provider will offer:

• A calm, structured, low-stimulation
• Consistency and attention to medical routines
• A quiet environment, especially in the evenings

Preferences:

• No young children living in the home
• Must be comfortable living with cats (they are very important to her)
• No dogs due to medical needs
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Support Team & Services

• Case management support
• Programming support
• Strong medical team (Kaiser)
• Speech therapy
• Family involvement
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Why This Role Matters

This is more than a caregiver position-it's an opportunity to build a meaningful, long-term relationship and play a key role in supporting the member's stability, independence, and quality of life.