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Shared Living Providers - Kennebec County Woodfords Family Services is excited to grow and invites new Shared Living Providers to be part of our expanding program throughout Maine communities! Learn more by submitting a quick application online, or emailing us at recruitment@woodfords.org to get started. Opportunity Details Woodfords' Shared Living Services offers family and home-based support to adults with intellectual disabilities in Central and Southern Maine who seek to improve their independence. A Shared Living provider delivers direct assistance within their own home or apartment, creating a nurturing family atmosphere that promotes relationships and community involvement. This program serves as an alternative to group home living, and targets support in education, employment, community access, family inclusion, and independent living skills. Key Highlights Flexible Schedule Access to 24/7 support from our Shared Living team and a valuable network of other providers Training reimbursement opportunities Generous tax‑free stipend and additional reimbursements for room and board Requirements This is a full‑time, independently contracted position through Woodfords Family Services. To be eligible, candidates must pass background checks, a home inspection, and meet the minimum qualifications below: Must currently reside in Maine & have a spare bedroom High School Diploma or Equivalent Valid Driver's License Personal vehicle with current auto insurance Ability to complete and maintain compliance with all required trainings Frequently Asked Questions Who can become a Shared Living Provider? Parents, relatives, or family friends can become providers for loved ones with intellectual disabilities. Providers can also be paired with non‑related individuals with similar interests. Do I have to own a home to participate? No. You do not need to own your current residence. Who determines the placement? The provider and the consumer decide if placement is a good match. The timeline varies, but the goal is a fit for all parties. Can I work another job and still be a shared living provider? Yes. Many providers balance other employment while meeting the level of commitment required. What is your service area? Contracts are in York, Cumberland, Androscoggin, Oxford, Sagadahoc, Kennebec, Knox, Lincoln, Piscataquis, and Somerset Counties. Who We Are Woodfords Family Services is a nonprofit organization committed to the support and inclusion of people with special needs and their families in Maine communities for over 55 years. We provide a wide array of clinical, educational, behavioral health, residential, community, and family support programs to over 2,000 children, youth, and adults with autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnoses statewide. The agency is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA). #J-18808-Ljbffr Woodfords Family Services

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