Which individuals are hired by the participant in a full-time or part-time role?

Individuals who are hired by the participant in a full-time or part-time role are referred to as employees. This designation indicates a formal employment relationship, where the participant has the authority to hire, manage, and terminate the individual’s role within their support system. Employees generally receive compensation, benefits, and may have specific job responsibilities defined by their employer, which aligns with labor laws and regulations.

Support brokers typically function as guides or advocates but do not fill the role of traditional employees as they assist individuals in navigating services rather than being directly employed by them. Contractual vendors operate under independent agreements and provide services on a contract basis rather than as employees. Financial managers handle budgeting and financial oversight but are not typically someone whom participants hire for direct support within their care system. Thus, "employees" accurately captures the nature of the relationship that involves hiring in a more committed and structured sense.