Provider’s Jobs/Careers

If you are interested in a job/career supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, there are plenty of opportunities for you to consider!  Different types of programs (providers*) supported by Far Northern Regional Center (FNRC) have employment needs that can accommodate your employment skills, interests and schedules. 

Far Northern Regional Center provides services and supports that allows persons with developmental disabilities to live productive lives as welcomed members of their community.

Below are several types of programs or services that offer supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.  All require fingerprinting and passing a background check, and most offer work that may meet your employment requirements.  Use this website link to search for a list of websites/contact information of providers who may be seeking employees like you!  

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TYPES OF PROGRAMS THAT EMPLOY SUPPORT STAFF

Independent Living Programs  – Staff provide training in basic skills that adults need to live independently in their own homes, such as shopping for and cooking healthy meals, or learning to do laundry. Services are provided in the individual’s home a few days a week.   

Sample job types available: 

• Instructor, Direct Care Staff, Program Manager
• Program Specialist, Assistant Manager, Program Manager

Adult Day Programs – Staff provide activities for adults where they can socialize, stay active, engage in activities and have their care needs met.  Services are provided every weekday in a center setting.    

Sample job types available: 

• Instructor, Lead Staff, Program Manager, Administrator

Respite – Staff provide short-term relief for primary caregivers, giving them time to rest, travel, or spend time with others.  Services are provided both hourly and daily in the family’s home. 

Sample job types available:    Respite Provider

Residential – Staff provide services and supervision to adults or children living in a 24-hour non-medical residential facility to adults.  Services are provided in the residential facility on a daily basis.

Intermediate Care Facility – Staff provide services and supervision to adults or children living in a 24-hour residential facility who have recurring medical issues or require skilled nursing services.  Services are provided in the residential facility on a daily basis. 

Sample job types available: 

• Direct Care Staff, Supervisor, Administrator

Employment Services – Staff provide job coaching for adults in a work setting.  Services are provided hourly in an employer’s place of business.

Sample job types available: 

• Job Coach, QA Specialist, Program Manager, Administrator
• Program Specialist, Leader Prep Academy, Job Developer, Senior Job Developer

*FNRC Providers that have changes, updates, questions, etc. please contact our FNRC RDQA/Employment Specialists. 

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Residential Participating Vendors

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Independent Living Program Participating Providers

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Adult Day Programs Participating Providers

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Respite Participating Providers

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Employment Programs Participating Providers