<p>This home caregiver role with Almost Family — part of LHC Group and the Optum family — places you in the homes of clients across the Boca Raton, Florida area, providing hands-on personal care and daily living support that allows individuals to remain safely and comfortably in their own homes. The position offers flexible scheduling, a competitive hourly pay range, and a full benefits package within one of the largest post-acute care networks in the country.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay range of $14.00–$20.00, 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 varying availability</li> <li>Career development pathways within the broader LHC Group / Optum network</li> <li>Drug-free workplace; pre-employment drug screening required</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Community-based, one-on-one care delivered directly in clients' private residences throughout the Boca Raton area</li> <li>Personal care duties include bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation assistance, and medication reminders</li> <li>Household support tasks include meal preparation, light housekeeping, and accompanying clients to appointments or errands</li> <li>Ongoing monitoring and documentation of client condition, vital signs, and incidents using an Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system</li> <li>Responsibility for maintaining a safe home environment and operating medical equipment appropriately</li> <li>Client population spans all ages, backgrounds, and care needs — adaptability across diverse home situations is essential</li> <li>Part of LHC Group, a nationally recognized post-acute care partner serving hospitals, physicians, and families across the country</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 the 40-hour AHCA-mandated training program, or passing score on the AHCA competency examination</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours across varying client schedules</li> <li>Capacity to function effectively in any home environment regardless of client age, background, disability status, or financial condition</li> <li>Six or more months of prior home care experience preferred</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Boca Raton sits along Florida's southeastern Gold Coast, offering year-round warm weather, miles of Atlantic beachfront, and a well-established quality of life that attracts both families and professionals. The city is known for its highly rated public schools, vibrant dining and arts scene, and proximity to both Fort Lauderdale and Miami — giving caregivers access to major metropolitan amenities while enjoying a more relaxed coastal pace. Cost of living is moderate relative to South Florida's urban centers, and the area's large and growing senior population creates consistent, stable demand for skilled home care professionals.</p>