<p>This home-based caregiver role in Okeechobee, Florida supports adult clients in maintaining independence within their own homes through hands-on personal care, household assistance, and health monitoring. The position is part of a nationally recognized post-acute care network with a structured benefits package, performance recognition programs, and a clear pathway for career development within home and community-based services.</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 individual performance</li> <li>Flexible scheduling to accommodate a range of availability</li> <li>Development opportunities for advancement into other clinical or operational roles</li> <li>Drug-free workplace with pre-employment drug screening required</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>One-on-one client care delivered entirely in the home setting — no facility floor assignments</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>Health monitoring responsibilities include vital sign documentation, incident reporting, and ongoing observation of client condition changes</li> <li>Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system used for visit documentation and compliance</li> <li>Proper operation of medical equipment in the home environment is expected</li> <li>Client population spans a broad range of ages, backgrounds, and functional levels — adaptability across diverse home situations is essential</li> <li>Confidentiality standards maintained in accordance with applicable regulations</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Valid driver's license, personal vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation — or demonstrated access to public transit</li> <li>Florida AHCA compliance required: completion of the 40-hour AHCA-mandated training program or passing score on the AHCA competency examination</li> <li>Current CPR certification preferred</li> <li>Minimum six months of home care experience preferred</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours across varied client schedules</li> <li>Ability to function effectively in any home environment regardless of client age, background, disability status, or financial condition</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Okeechobee is a small, close-knit city in south-central Florida situated on the northern shore of Lake Okeechobee — one of the largest freshwater lakes in the United States and a premier destination for bass fishing, boating, and outdoor recreation. The area offers a low cost of living relative to Florida's coastal markets, a rural pace of life, and easy access to the Treasure Coast and Palm Beach County via US-441 and US-98. For caregivers who value community connection and a quieter Florida lifestyle, Okeechobee offers a genuine sense of place.</p>