<p>This Personal Care Aide / Caregiver role is based in Bradenton, Florida, serving clients throughout Manatee County in a home-based, post-acute care setting. The position centers on enabling individuals to remain safely and comfortably in their own homes through hands-on personal care, household support, and health monitoring. With an hourly pay range of $14.00–$23.30 and a comprehensive benefits package, this is a strong opportunity for a compassionate caregiver looking for stable, community-based work with a nationally recognized post-acute care organization.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay range of $14.00–$23.30, 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 / equity program (subject to eligibility requirements)</li> <li>Incentive and recognition programs tied to performance</li> <li>Flexible scheduling to accommodate a range of availability</li> <li>Clear career development pathways and opportunities to grow into additional roles within the organization</li> <li>Drug-free workplace; candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Home-based care model serving clients across Manatee County, FL — enabling patients to remain in their own residences</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 observing and documenting client condition, vital signs, and incidents</li> <li>Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system used for documentation and compliance</li> <li>Proper operation of medical equipment and maintenance of a safe home environment are core expectations</li> <li>Caseload spans clients of varying ages, backgrounds, and medical conditions — adaptability across diverse home situations is essential</li> <li>Strict confidentiality standards maintained for all client interactions and records</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 40-hour AHCA-mandated training OR passing score on the AHCA competency examination</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours across a range of client schedules</li> <li>Ability to function effectively in any home environment regardless of client age, background, disability, or financial condition</li> <li>Minimum six months of home care experience preferred</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Bradenton sits along the Manatee River in Florida's Gulf Coast corridor, just minutes from the white-sand beaches of Anna Maria Island and a short drive south of the Tampa–St. Petersburg metropolitan area. The region offers a low cost of living relative to many Florida coastal markets, a warm year-round climate, and a growing healthcare economy that supports strong demand for home-based care professionals. Outdoor recreation, waterfront dining, and a relaxed Gulf Coast lifestyle make Bradenton an appealing base for caregivers who want meaningful work close to home.</p>