Home Care Provider (Live-In) Opportunity
Location: Penacook, NH
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and professional male Home Care Provider located in Penacook, NH or surrounding areas to welcome an individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities into their home and provide full-time, person-centered support.
This is a live-in opportunity where the individual will reside in the provider’s home. A single-family home is preferred. Providers must have a private, furnished bedroom available that meets Life Safety standards and passes a Fire Department inspection.
As a Home Care Provider, you will create a safe, nurturing, and family-style environment that promotes independence, personal growth, dignity, and community inclusion while ensuring the individual’s health, safety, and overall well-being.
The ideal provider will be patient, reliable, respectful, and committed to supporting the individual in daily living activities, personal goals, and community participation.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide support with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, medication administration, and range-of-motion exercises at home and in the community.
- Assist individuals in managing household responsibilities and daily activities in accordance with their Individual Service Plan (ISP).
- Schedule and coordinate medical appointments, personal activities, and maintain an organized calendar.
- Arrange and provide transportation for medical appointments, shopping, recreational activities, visits with family and friends, religious services, and community events.
- Assist with meal planning, grocery shopping, meal preparation, and specialized dietary needs.
- Administer medications as prescribed and maintain accurate medication records.
- Respond promptly and appropriately to requests for assistance and support.
- Teach and reinforce social, communication, and independent living skills.
- Encourage independence by supporting individuals to perform tasks as autonomously as possible and maximizing participation in daily activities.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided.
- Monitor and report any changes in an individual's health, behavior, or support needs to program management immediately.
- Collect and record required health data, including weights and other requested information.
- Complete all documentation, incident reports, and required records within established timelines.
- Participate in meetings involving individuals, families, interdisciplinary teams, and agency staff.
- Attend all required trainings and maintain current certifications.
Home Care Provider Requirements:
Home Environment
- Residence must be located in or near Penacook, NH.
- Private, furnished bedroom available within the provider’s home.
- Home must meet Life Safety standards and successfully pass a Fire Department inspection.
- Household must consist of adults only; no minor children (under 18 years of age) may reside in the home.
Screenings & Compliance
- Successful completion of a criminal background check.
- Compliance with all home inspection requirements.
- Ability to meet all agency and state regulations for Home Care Providers.
Transportation
- Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and active auto insurance.
- Ability to provide transportation for appointments, community activities, and daily living needs.
Required Certifications & Training
- Fluent in spoken and written English.
- Current Medication Administration Certification (MAT).
- Current MOAB Level 2 (Management of Aggressive Behavior) Certification.
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
- Completion of Relias Training requirements.
- Willingness to complete any additional state-required trainings for Home Care Providers.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Knowledge of positive behavior support, person-centered planning, and trauma-informed care practices.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to support individuals in making informed choices and increasing their independence.
- Patient, dependable, compassionate, and able to maintain professional boundaries while providing high-quality care.
Why Join Us?
This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone's life, build lasting relationships, and become part of a team committed to dignity, inclusion, and exceptional care.
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
