The Program The Hybrid Home Share Program is a residential option in which an adult with a developmental disability lives with a caregiver who is contracted with Taproot to provide ongoing daily support. The Caretakers role is to provide a safe home environment where adults can develop social and life skills to ready themselves to reach their full potential for independence. The Caretaker applying for this posting will be required to move into the individual’s existing home in rural Chilliwack.

This individual has a set schedule with flexibility for Contractor to have weekends off to go visit family and friends. The contractor will have funds to hire respite to oversee the home and individual on their days off.

The Position

Taproot is looking to connect with someone awesome for a full-time, self-employed opportunity as a Hybrid Home Share provider (caretaker) in rural Chilliwack. This role blends ongoing support and respite, ideal for someone who creates a steady, supportive home environment.

In Your Role You Will

Report to Program Manager on a regular basis and in bi-monthly check-ins

Provide flexible and evolving support to individuals changing needs within a home

Work within the guidelines and policies within the Home Sharing Services Handbook and all other policies and standards set for the Home Sharing Program

Ensure a stable, structured and home-like environment and positive and positive role models to guarantee the safety of the Individual

Take appropriate action to accomplish the objectives set for the person served

Establish safety and emergency procedures to provide support, care and supervision consistent with the Personal Service Plan of the Individual

Fulfill necessary administrative duties, such as completing Critical Incident Reports or Missing Persons Reports





Ensure that the Individual and their chosen family are involved in all planning and decision-making on matters affecting the Individual, whenever possible

Assists the Individual in making effective choices concerning the development and maintenance of friendships and relationships

Conducts regular and ongoing communication with the Individual's support teams, maintaining clear and professional relationships

Prior to confirmation of employment, all applicants must provide a copy of a current Criminal Record Check and/or Government Screening Letter. These checks vary depending on province and sector and will be communicated by the Program Hiring Team.

As An Ideal Candidate You Possess

Have experience supporting individuals with disabilities

Be able to provide personal care if needed

Be adept at conflict resolution, redirection, and de-escalation

Be familiar with Positive Behaviour Interventions and Supports

Have experience in providing care to individuals facing multiple barriers

Be proficient in executing person-centered approaches

Have a gentle approach when implementing firm boundaries

Willing to re-locate to the rural Chilliwack area

Ability to successfully complete a Ministry of Justice Criminal Records Check

Current Emergency First Aid/CPR AED Level C Certificate

Complete the Home Share Provider screening

Complete MANDT Training, Food Safe, and other Home Share specific training, provided by the agency

Be consistent in implementing firm skilled boundaries with persons served

Class 5 Driver's License, A clear Driver's Abstract,



and a reliable vehicle big enough to fit a large wheelchair

Open to working with LGBTQIA+ individuals

Reliable in cleaning and responding to phone calls and emails

Patient and understanding with client needs

Aware of the Justice system and their individuals in care post release - and trauma informed care

Own an updated computer with Microsoft office 365 and cellphone

What Taproot Community Support Services Does

At Taproot, your passion for helping others can truly make a difference. As an employee-owned company, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Our strength-based approach guides both our care and how we support each other. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we're building a company we're proud of.

Our Employees Enjoy

Work/life balance

Learning and career development opportunities

Competitive wages and salaries

Professional development opportunities and job-related training For more information on Taproot Community Support Services visit our website: taproot.ca

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!

Equal-Opportunity Employer

Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is unwavering. We believe that varied backgrounds and experiences fuel innovation and success. As an equal-opportunity employer, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations. We're seeking candidates passionate about contributing to our multicultural teams and enriching our workplace with their unique insights and cultural sensitivity.

We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.

📌 Live-In Caretaker - Contractor Position (Winnipeg)
🏢 Taproot Community Support Services
📍 Winnipeg