Family Model Provider / Caregiver

Family Model Provider / Caregiver
Progressive Directions, Inc. (PDI)
Stewart County, Tennessee

Open Your Home. Change a Life.

Progressive Directions, Inc. (PDI) is seeking compassionate, dependable individuals or families interested in becoming Family Model Providers for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

As a Family Model Provider, you will welcome an individual into your home and provide a safe, supportive, family-like environment while helping them achieve greater independence, dignity, and community inclusion. This is more than a caregiving opportunity—it is a chance to make a lasting impact on someone's life.

PDI's mission is helping individuals attain personal success through Growing Pride, Giving Dignity, and Gaining Independence. 

Why Become a Family Model Provider?

Family Model Services offer individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to live in a family setting where they are valued, respected, and supported in achieving their goals while remaining active members of their community. PDI is committed to person-centered services that promote independence, dignity, choice, and inclusion. 

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, stable, and welcoming home environment. 
• Assist with daily living skills and personal growth. 
• Support community participation and social activities. 
• Encourage independence, self-determination, and personal choice. 
• Assist with transportation to appointments, activities, and community events. 
• Coordinate with PDI staff, nursing staff, and support teams. 
• Maintain required documentation and participate in training. 

What PDI Provides

• Ongoing training and support. 
• 24/7 on-call assistance. 
• Access to nursing and professional support services. 
• Monthly reimbursement/payment. 
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone's life. 

Ideal Candidates

• Empty nesters 
• Retirees 
• Stay-at-home parents 
• Couples or families looking to make a difference 
• Individuals with caregiving, healthcare, education, or social services experience 

Interested in learning more? Apply today and discover how opening your home can help someone build a life filled with pride, dignity, and independence.

• Must be at least 21 years old. 
• Have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. 
• Pass all required background checks and drug test. 
• Have a suitable home that meets state licensing requirements. 
• Ability to provide compassionate, person-centered support. 
• Previous experience in caregiving, healthcare, education, social services, foster care, or developmental disabilities is preferred but not required.