Provider Registration

Independent service providers promote active living for children and adults with developmental disabilities including autism and/or physical disabilities in their own home or in the community, while providing parent relief. Providers registered are connected with families looking for support and relief.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide safe, stimulating and recreational support both in the home and in the community
• Provide care and supervision according to the individuals needs
• Provide respite/support services as requested by the parent/guardian
• Network with community groups, facilitate inclusion and act as a positive role model
• Maintain communication with the Respite Coordinator

Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to work with persons with disabilities
• Effective communication skills with both verbal and non-verbal populations
• Commitment to providing quality life experiences in home and in the community
• Experience providing care and support to persons with disabilities is an asset
• First Aid and CPR is an asset

Contracts:

• Variable hours (days, evenings, weekends, overnights, relief, summer)
• Part-time (possibility of additional hours)

How to Become an Independent Service Provider:

• Submit your resume and complete an information form
• Meeting and orientation(set up by a Respite Coordinator)
• Provide two references
• Provide a current Police Reference Check

If you are interested in becoming an Independent Service Provider, please complete a Provider Application: 

• To complete the Provider Application online please use:
  Online Provider Application
  
  Your Provider Application and resume will be reviewed by a Respite Coordinator.  Suitable applicants may be contacted for screening.
  
  For more information contact a Respite Coordinator at 705-759-1131 Ext.229 or email agauthier@kidsthrive.ca

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