Caregiver - Help People at Home - Summit County

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 them with daily life tasks such as baths, getting dressed, making meals, light cleaning, and running errands.
• You keep them company.
• Most clients are older adults needing assistance to stay independent.
• The work involves physical activity 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

This work is demanding but rewarding for those with empathy and a genuine desire to support the elderly community. Consider whether you are prepared for the challenges and responsibilities involved.

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 a free training pathway.
• $19-20/hour for caring for a private pay client.

What Your Day Looks Like

• Shorter shifts (2-3 hours) to 8 hours, depending on client needs.
• Varied schedules, including weekdays and weekends.
• Travel time is compensated.
• Attendance is crucial; frequent call-offs or no-shows can impact raises and future opportunities.

How We Verify Your Experience

• We verify your experience by contacting your former employer directly.
• For HHA certificates, we require 30+ hours of experience with an RN supervisor.
• For STNAs, we require an active or expired license.
• For experience under a licensed nurse, we verify dates and RN/LPN supervision.

Four Ways to Get Started

• STNA (fastest): Apply with your license number, complete a phone talk, and take the HHA test.
• HHA certificate: Apply, phone talk, take the HHA test, and complete the required training.
• Experience under a licensed nurse: Apply, verify your experience, and take the HHA test.
• New to caregiving: Apply, complete the free HHA training, and take the HHA test.

Compensation

• Performance-based raises: 90-day review, 1-year review, and 2-year review.
• Raises based on meeting 11 criteria related to attendance, client care, staying in touch, and staying compliant.
• Bonuses for referrals and perfect attendance.

Qualifications

• Driver’s license and own vehicle with valid insurance.
• Available between 6AM-8PM.
• Legal right to work in the US.
• At least 18 years old.

Benefits

• No PTO.
• No 401k.
• No health insurance.