<p>This home caregiver role places you in the homes of clients across Wauchula, Florida and the surrounding Hardee County area, delivering hands-on personal care and daily living support that allows individuals to remain safely and comfortably in their own homes. The position sits within a nationally recognized post-acute care network and offers a clear path for professional development, a competitive hourly wage, and a full benefits package — making it a strong landing spot for experienced caregivers or those ready to grow in home-based care.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay range of $10.00–$24.23, determined by local labor market, education, experience, and certifications</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements)</li> <li>401(k) with company contribution (subject to eligibility requirements)</li> <li>Employee stock purchase plan with equity participation</li> <li>Incentive and recognition programs tied to performance</li> <li>Flexible scheduling to accommodate a range of availability</li> <li>Development pathways into additional roles within the broader organization</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Community-based, in-home care setting serving Wauchula and surrounding areas in Hardee County, FL</li> <li>Direct personal care responsibilities: bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation assistance, and medication reminders</li> <li>Household support duties including meal preparation, light housekeeping, and accompanying clients to appointments or errands</li> <li>Client monitoring responsibilities: documenting condition changes, vital signs, and incidents with strict confidentiality standards</li> <li>Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system used for visit documentation and compliance</li> <li>Responsibility for maintaining a safe home environment and operating medical equipment appropriately</li> <li>Serves a diverse client population across all ages, backgrounds, and living situations</li> <li>Part of a large post-acute care network with hospital, physician, and family partnerships nationwide</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid driver's license with active vehicle insurance and reliable personal transportation, or demonstrated access to public transit</li> <li>Current CPR certification required at time of hire</li> <li>Florida state requirement: completion of 40-hour AHCA-mandated training program, or passing score on the AHCA competency examination</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours across varied home environments and client circumstances</li> <li>Six or more months of prior home care experience preferred</li> <li>Must pass a pre-employment drug screening</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Wauchula is the county seat of Hardee County, situated in central Florida's agricultural heartland roughly 60 miles southeast of Tampa and 50 miles inland from the Gulf Coast. The area offers a low cost of living, a tight-knit community atmosphere, and easy access to Florida's outdoor amenities — including fishing, boating, and state parks — while remaining within comfortable driving distance of the Tampa Bay metro for shopping, dining, and cultural events. For caregivers who value meaningful community ties and a quieter Florida lifestyle, Wauchula is a genuinely rewarding place to build a career in home-based care.</p>