<p>This home caregiver role places you in Holmes Beach, Florida — a barrier island community on Anna Maria Island along the Gulf Coast — providing in-home personal care and daily living support that allows clients to remain safely and comfortably in their own homes. The position is part of a nationally recognized post-acute care network serving the Whitfield area and surrounding communities. For caregivers who value meaningful one-on-one client relationships, a warm coastal setting, and a large employer's full benefits infrastructure, this is a strong fit.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay range of $14.00–$19.00, 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 employer 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>Clear development pathways for advancement into other clinical or operational roles</li> <li>Drug-free workplace with structured onboarding</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>In-home care model — clients are supported in their own residences, not a facility setting</li> <li>Service area covers Whitfield and surrounding communities in the greater Manatee/Sarasota region</li> <li>Personal care responsibilities include bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation assistance, and medication reminders</li> <li>Household support duties include meal preparation, light housekeeping, and accompanying clients to appointments or errands</li> <li>Client monitoring responsibilities include documenting vital signs, observing and reporting changes in condition, and logging incidents</li> <li>Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system used for visit documentation and compliance</li> <li>Proper operation of medical equipment is expected as part of routine care delivery</li> <li>Flexible scheduling available to accommodate varying client and caregiver needs</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 personal vehicle insurance and reliable transportation — or demonstrated access to public transit</li> <li>Florida state requirement: completion of 40-hour AHCA-mandated training OR passing score on the AHCA competency examination</li> <li>Six or more months of home care experience preferred</li> <li>Current CPR certification preferred; candidates without certification must complete it within 90 days of hire</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours to meet client scheduling needs</li> <li>Must pass a pre-employment drug screening</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Holmes Beach occupies the heart of Anna Maria Island, a seven-mile barrier island on Florida's Gulf Coast known for its uncrowded beaches, turquoise water, and small-town character that stands apart from the more developed stretches of the Suncoast. The area offers an exceptionally low-stress quality of life — walkable beach access, a thriving local dining scene, and proximity to the Sarasota and Bradenton metro areas for shopping, healthcare, and cultural amenities. For caregivers seeking a coastal lifestyle with genuine community feel and year-round warm weather, Holmes Beach is a rare combination of professional opportunity and personal reward.</p>