<p>This home and community-based caregiver role is based in Gainesville, FL, supporting adult clients who need assistance with daily living activities in their own homes. The position offers a clear, structured scope of care — personal hygiene, household support, and health monitoring — with an hourly pay range that reaches $24.23 and a full benefits package including equity and retirement contributions. For a caregiver who values consistent client relationships, flexible scheduling, and a mission-driven organization operating within a large national post-acute care network, this is a strong fit.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay range of $16.00–$24.23, determined by local labor market, education, experience, and certifications</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements)</li> <li>401(k) with company contribution (subject to eligibility)</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 a large national post-acute care organization</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Home and community-based setting — clients are served in their own residences throughout the Gainesville, FL area</li> <li>Scope of care includes personal hygiene assistance (bathing, grooming, dressing), ambulation support, and medication reminders</li> <li>Household task support including meal preparation, light housekeeping, and accompanying clients to appointments or errands</li> <li>Health monitoring responsibilities: vital sign documentation, incident reporting, and ongoing observation of client condition changes</li> <li>Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system used for documentation and compliance</li> <li>Proper operation of medical equipment is expected as part of routine care delivery</li> <li>Confidentiality standards maintained across all client interactions and records</li> <li>Client population spans a broad range of ages, backgrounds, and functional needs — adaptability across diverse home environments is essential</li> <li>Part of a post-acute care network serving hospitals, physicians, and families at a national scale</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Florida 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 AHCA compliance required: 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>Ability 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> <li>Must pass a pre-employment drug screening</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Gainesville is a mid-sized university city in north-central Florida, home to the University of Florida and a well-established healthcare and research community. The city offers a lower cost of living relative to Florida's coastal metros, a walkable downtown, and access to natural springs, state parks, and outdoor recreation throughout the surrounding region. Its blend of academic energy, cultural amenities, and year-round warm climate makes it an appealing base for healthcare workers at any career stage.</p>