Shared Living Provider, Boston Area

Riverside Community Care

Would you like to work from home while making a difference in someone's life? Do you have an extra room in your home? Are you willing to provide care, a social and engaging life for a person with cognitive disabilities?

About the Role

Our Shared Living program matches adults with developmental disabilities with welcoming individuals or families in their community for long term, in-home placement. The goal is to have the provider family integrate the individual into their home and community life. Riverside provides support to both the individual and the provider family. This model enriches the lives of all involved.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide care for a person with cognitive disabilities.
• Offer a social and engaging life for an individual with cognitive disabilities.
• Integrate the individual into your home and community life.
• Assist with meal preparation.
• Provide transportation to medical appointments.
• Assist with medication administration.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Past experience is helpful, but not required. Training and on-going support will be provided.

Qualifications

• Willingness to provide care, a social and engaging life for a person with cognitive disabilities.
• Willingness to have an individual live in your home.

Locations

Boston, South Boston, Dorchester, and surrounding Boston towns: Quincy, Milton, Canton, Dedham, Needham, and Newton.

Stipend

• Stipend-based arrangement determined by the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) based on the level of need of the individual supported. Stipend amounts vary accordingly.

How to Apply

• To submit your application, please send it to Holly Pyne via fax at 781-762-9094 or via email to [email protected]
• Application can be found at https://www.riversidecc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Care-Provider-Application-1.pdf
• Questions can be emailed to [email protected]

Contact Information

• Holly Pyne ext. 3001 or Sandra Norlin ext. 3000 at 781-762-8539