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Mary Lee Foundation
Austin, TX, US
Summary
Host Home Providers offer a supportive, family-like environment for adults with intellectual disabilities within their own homes. They are responsible for providing 24-hour care and assisting with all activities of daily living.
Job Description
Mary Lee Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing diverse services and housing to adults with various types of disabilities. We are looking for dedicated, honest, and responsible individuals to provide compassionate care and support to adults with developmental disabilities in your home and as a part of your family.
We are actively seeking Host Home Providers for clients with intellectual disability.
Host Home Providers create a supportive, family-like environment, and supply all of the care needed for an adult in this program. Host Home Providers also assist with all activities of daily living 24 hours a day.
Pay: $9.00 - $11.00 per hour
WHAT IS THE PROCESS?
Individuals with a developmental disability are matched with Host Home Providers whom share the same interests and hobbies as the person seeking supports. The size of the home, all who live in the home (family size/kids/animals) and the location of the home are all influences on the match between the individual and the Host Home. If the candidate meets the necessary requirements and seems to be a good match we will run a background check, three year driving check, and Office of Inspector General checks. Successful candidates move on to the final stage where the individual supported and their guardian are offered meet and greets with the Host Home Candidate for assure good fit.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid Driver license, car insurance and current registration
- Ability to pass a State/Federal background checks(all members in the home)
- Must live in Travis County
- Must have means of transportation (medical appointments, to and from day services/employment, preferred activities and personal needs shopping)
- Must be willing to receive training in medication administration, CPR/First Aid, and other specifics surrounding the individual's needs
- Computer/lap-top, printer, scanner and internet for daily documentations
- Completion of all required trainings
- Must have detailed verbal / written communication skills
- Must understand and comply with all agency and state policy and procedures
- Must be attend and participate in all meetings
- Must maintain a clean and orderly home
Please call (512) 443-5777x4020 to get started!
The Mary Lee Foundation is a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization providing diverse homes and services to individuals in need.
The overriding goal of Mary Lee Foundation is to move individuals with physical, mental and emotional disabilities toward independent life in the community after having equipped them with the social, emotional, and vocational skills necessary for survival in the world.
Our programs include:
AFFORDABLE HOUSING: 215 affordable apartments are home to Austin's seniors, veterans, adults with disabilities, individuals and families with very low income, and adults experiencing near homelessness. Full time case managers are available to assist residents with applications for food stamps, medical care, special transit, attendants, and other needs.
FOOD PANTRY: On average 270 individuals a month access our onsite food pantry, which is available weekly to all tenants, easing their food insecurities and providing needed nutrition.
ADULT DISABILITY SERVICES: Over 100 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities are cared for through our State licensed Intermediate Care Facilities, Home and Community-Based Services and Texas Home Living programs.
DAYBREAK ACTIVITY CENTER: Monday through Friday, our community building hosts a day program for approximately 70 adults with disabilities.
BRAIN INJURY SERVICES: Annually, our licensed Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center and extended care programs help over 40 adult survivors regain everyday living and job skills lost as a result of a brain injury or other neurological disorder.
Founded
1963
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Austin, TX
The Mary Lee Foundation is a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization providing diverse homes and services to individuals in need.
The overriding goal of Mary Lee Foundation is to move individuals with physical, mental and emotional disabilities toward independent life in the community after having equipped them with the social, emotional, and vocational skills necessary for survival in the world.
Our programs include:
AFFORDABLE HOUSING: 215 affordable apartments are home to Austin's seniors, veterans, adults with disabilities, individuals and families with very low income, and adults experiencing near homelessness. Full time case managers are available to assist residents with applications for food stamps, medical care, special transit, attendants, and other needs.
FOOD PANTRY: On average 270 individuals a month access our onsite food pantry, which is available weekly to all tenants, easing their food insecurities and providing needed nutrition.
ADULT DISABILITY SERVICES: Over 100 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities are cared for through our State licensed Intermediate Care Facilities, Home and Community-Based Services and Texas Home Living programs.
DAYBREAK ACTIVITY CENTER: Monday through Friday, our community building hosts a day program for approximately 70 adults with disabilities.
BRAIN INJURY SERVICES: Annually, our licensed Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center and extended care programs help over 40 adult survivors regain everyday living and job skills lost as a result of a brain injury or other neurological disorder.
Founded
1963
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Austin, TX
