<p>This per diem home care aide role is based in DeLand, Florida, supporting clients of Apex Companion Care in their own homes across the surrounding community. The position centers on hands-on personal care, daily living assistance, and household support — enabling clients to maintain independence and quality of life at home. With an hourly pay range of $14.00–$20.00 and a flexible per diem schedule, this role suits caregivers who value autonomy, meaningful one-on-one client relationships, and a supportive organizational culture backed by a large national post-acute care network.</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>Per diem / flexible scheduling with the ability to work independently</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package available (subject to eligibility requirements)</li> <li>Incentive and recognition programs</li> <li>Equity stock purchase plan</li> <li>401(k) with company contribution (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>Drug-free workplace with pre-employment drug screening required</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Home-based care setting — all services delivered in clients' private residences across the DeLand, FL area</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 documentation and compliance</li> <li>Proper operation of medical equipment in the home environment is expected</li> <li>Serves a diverse client population regardless of age, background, disability status, or financial condition</li> <li>Part of a nationally recognized post-acute care organization with structured development pathways for team members seeking career advancement</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 obtain it within 90 days of hire</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours and function independently across varied home environments</li> <li>Must pass a pre-employment drug screening</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>DeLand is a charming small city in Volusia County, situated in central Florida between Orlando and Daytona Beach — offering residents easy access to both theme parks and Atlantic coast beaches within an hour's drive. The city is known for its historic downtown, tree-lined streets, and a strong sense of community, with a cost of living well below Florida's coastal metros. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy proximity to the St. Johns River, Blue Spring State Park, and year-round warm weather that supports an active lifestyle.</p>