What are the responsibilities and job description for the Independent Contractor position at Our House Inc.?
Our House Inc. is seeking Independent Contractors to perform residential services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These respite services are part time and temporary supports that may include:
- An individual staying with the independent contractor in the contractor’s own personal residence
- Traveling supports where the contractor assists an individuals in the individual's home
Permanent placements may come available, but are less frequent.
Types of services provided may include but are not limited to:
- Personal care/Hygiene
- Supervision
- Scheduling, Transporting and Attending Medical Appointments
- Community Participation
- Advocacy
- Financial Management
- Medication Management
- Development of Independent Skills (Cooking, Laundry, Safety, Cleaning, Making friends, Personal Hygiene needs, etc.)
Requirements:
- Safe, stable and caring home environment
- Available bedroom in your home
- Passion for working with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
- Excellent communication and written/computer skills
- Pass Background, Motor Vehicle and Reference checks
- Valid driver’s license
- Reliable vehicle to transport individual
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Trade name (can acquire upon contract)
- Professional liability insurnace (can acquire upon contract)
- Qualified Medication Administration Personnel (QMAP)
Not Required, but Desired Qualities:
- Experience, training and being skilled at working with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
- Medical/Certified Nursing Assistance experience
No experience required. Pay is determined by Individual’s level of care.
