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Caregiver - Help People at Home - Summit County

Haven Home Care · Fairlawn, OH · 2 days ago
OTHR$16–$18/hrInternship

About the role

Haven Home Care is hiring caregivers across 14 cities in Summit County. This is a calling for those who genuinely care about the elderly community.

What Your Day Looks Like

  • You drive to someone’s home.
  • You help with daily life activities such as baths, getting dressed, making meals, light cleaning, and running errands.
  • You keep the client company.
  • Most clients are older adults needing assistance to stay independent.
  • This work involves physical activity, including helping people move around and being on your feet most of the day.
  • If you need help performing tasks, you can discuss alternatives.
  • You do not give medicine or handle medical tasks, which are handled by nurses.

Before You Apply

Home care is not just a job; it's a calling. This work is for those who truly care about the elderly community, not just those chasing a paycheck. Clients are vulnerable and rely on caregivers to provide consistent support.

What You'll Earn

  • $18/hour for STNA license (active or expired).
  • $16-18/hour for HHA certificate or experience, based on interview.
  • $16/hour for free training pathway.
  • $19-20/hour for caring for a private pay client.

How Your Day Works

  • Shift lengths vary, ranging from 2-3 hours to 8 hours.
  • Most shifts involve multiple clients across different days.
  • Attendance is crucial; frequent call-offs or no-shows can impact your raise.
  • Flexibility is respected, but limits set during the phone interview are enforced.

Pay Structure

  • Starting at $16/hour with potential raises based on performance.
  • Raises occur at 90-day, 1-year, and 2-year reviews.
  • Extra money for perfect attendance, referrals, and private pay clients.

Getting Started

  • Option 1: STNA (fastest) — $18/hour, active or expired license.
  • Option 2: HHA certificate — $16-18/hour based on interview.
  • Option 3: Experience under a licensed nurse — $16-18/hour based on interview.
  • Option 4: Free training — $16/hour, no experience needed.

Important Information

  • Ohio law requires Home Health Aides to pass a competency test.
  • Identity and work authorization verification required.
  • No PTO, 401k, or health insurance provided.

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