Shared Living Caregiver (Chelmsford, MA)

Range = $27,618 to $96,677 annually*

• Range above represents difficulty of care payments paid to a caregiver for providing personal care services to an eligible person residing either in the caregiver's home or in the person's own home. Stipend rates are contingent upon assessed needs of the person and subject to state approval. Stipend levels 18 through 21 are available only by special application to the purchasing governmental unit. For Shared Living services stipend rates and related information, see 101 CMR 411.03(5)(e)2.a.

ABOUT US

Open Your Heart, Open Your Home/Caregiving with Love

Nonotuck Resources Associates (www.nonotuck.com) is a community-based agency that has been providing residential services since 1972 to people with intellectual disabilities and acquired brain injuries. We support people who need assistance to remain living in a home setting. The individual and shared living provider share a home; the shared living provider must have an extra bedroom.

POSITION SUMMARY- LIVE-IN SHARED LIVING CAREGIVER NEEDED

Nonotuck is seeking a well-balanced, active, and social person or couple to support a busy man in a state-funded model of care known as Shared Living. He has a home in Chelmsford, MA that he hopes to share with his new caregiver. He is very active and enjoys a variety of social and recreational activities. He loves being part of family life, going out to eat, staying busy, and playing video games. He also values community programs and meaningful connections. He dreams of living with people who share his interests and who will empower, respect, and celebrate him for who he is. He is especially proud to have his own home and wants to find the right caregiver to share it with. He attends a day program and works five days a week, and he enjoys keeping active during his time off.

Who We Are Looking For:

A caring individual or couple who:

• Can provide a warm, inclusive home environment.
• Will support his daily living needs with dignity and respect.
• Share similar interests, such as leading an active lifestyle, and outings to connect with the community.
• Can assist him with skill development, budgeting, and managing his monthly funds.
• Are prepared to help navigate emergent safety situations and support scheduling activities to ensure a balanced, fulfilling life.

If you have the experience and skills to provide supports to this person, we encourage you to apply. If you believe in the power of inclusion and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Caregiver responsibilities will include planning and sharing meals, coordinating appointments and social activities, and providing assistance with budgeting, safety, and daily living skills. To qualify, all applicants must have First Aid and CPR training, a valid drivers license, own a car, pass a CORI, and meet DDS criteria. The caregiver will receive a generous stipend, training, and ongoing support. Clinical supports, nursing supports, and respite funds are also available, as needed.

If you're interested in learning more about becoming a shared living caregiver, please send us your resume.

The following resources will be available:

• 24- Hour emergency on-call assistance
• Monthly in-home visits from a Care Manager
• Access to clinicians for additional support
• Training on home safety skills, medication management