Contracted HomeShare Providers

Home Share is a residential option for adults with developmental disabilities in which the individual shares a home with a care provider who delivers ongoing, individualized support. This option provides an ideal balance of support and independence. For some, this is a step towards greater independence, while for others it is a lifelong living arrangement.

The Home Sharing Provider will enter a contractual agreement with JHSOK and will receive rent and additional support funding linked to the individual served. In some situations, the home sharing arrangement is characterized as a more independent relationship. Members of the home may generally go their own ways and come together at specific times or for specific purposes.

Our goal is to facilitate community inclusion by supporting our home share providers and the individual, to achieve greater autonomy and an enduring positive relationship. Home Sharing Providers must be committed to the values and principles of CLBC and JHSOK and have an understanding of complex needs, such as mental health and substance use.

• A private bedroom for the client to ensure they have their own personal space

• The ability to provide ongoing support to an individual who may or may not exhibit challenging behaviours

• The ability to meet the client at their level in order to help them learn or improve their daily living skills

• A willingness to mentor and or coach an individual

• Trauma informed care is considered a strong benefit

• A welcoming environment where the individual feels they are part of the family

• Services help the individual develop knowledge and skills in communications, personal and civic responsibility, safety, self-help, domestic, health, wellness, hygiene, recreation, leisure, socialization, life skills and community participation.

• Complete a Criminal Record Check working with vulnerable adults

• Physicians certificate of good health

• First Aid with CPR

• Complete the JHSOK Home Study

• Valid Driver’s License

• Computer and printer with internet access

  • NVCI, ASIST, and Mental Health First Aid are considered assets

  • Basic computer skills are considered an asset