<p>This home caregiver role is based in Lake Wales, Florida, serving clients in Lake Wales and the surrounding Polk County communities through a post-acute, in-home personal care model. The position offers flexible shift scheduling and focuses on supporting individuals who wish to remain safely and comfortably in their own homes. The role is well-suited to caregivers with a compassionate, hands-on approach who want consistent local work with a nationally backed home health organization.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay range of $14.00–$19.00, determined by local labor market, education, and experience</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 equity stock purchase program</li> <li>Incentive and recognition programs tied to performance</li> <li>Flexible shift scheduling across Lake Wales and surrounding areas</li> <li>Career development pathways and opportunities to grow into additional roles within the organization</li> <li>Drug-free workplace; pre-employment drug screening required</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Provide direct personal care including bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation assistance, and medication reminders</li> <li>Support household tasks and meal preparation to maintain a safe, functional home environment for clients</li> <li>Accompany clients to medical appointments and errands as needed</li> <li>Monitor and document client condition, vital signs, and incidents in accordance with care protocols</li> <li>Utilize an Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system for visit documentation and compliance</li> <li>Operate medical equipment appropriately and ensure client safety within the home setting</li> <li>Maintain strict client confidentiality in all interactions and documentation</li> <li>Flexible shifts available across Lake Wales and surrounding communities</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>Florida state requirement: completion of 40-hour AHCA-required training or passing score on the AHCA competency test</li> <li>Current CPR certification preferred; candidates without certification must obtain it within 90 days of hire</li> <li>Minimum six months of home care experience preferred</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours across varying shift times</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Lake Wales is a small city in central Polk County, Florida, situated between Tampa and Orlando — offering easy access to two major metros while maintaining a quieter, lower cost-of-living lifestyle. The area is known for Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Kissimmee State Park, and a network of lakes that support year-round outdoor recreation including fishing, boating, and hiking. Central Florida's warm climate, affordable housing, and proximity to world-class amenities make Lake Wales an appealing base for healthcare workers seeking balance between community roots and regional opportunity.</p>