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Frequently Asked Questions About Caregiver, HHA and CNA Jobs at Assistance Home Care:

  1. What is Assistance Home Care?
    • Assistance Home Care is a leading provider of in-home care services dedicated to helping individuals maintain independence and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes in the Greater St. Louis & Chicagoland areas.
  2. What types of services does Assistance Home Care offer?
    • We offer a wide range of services including personal care, companionship, medication reminders, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation, and more for seniors and older adults wishing to age in place with caregiver assistance.
  3. What qualities are you looking for in caregivers?
    • We seek compassionate, reliable, and dedicated individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.
  4. What are the requirements to become a caregiver with Assistance Home Care?
    • Must be 18 Years old
    • Highschool Diploma, GED or equivalent
    • 2 Years Experience Preferred
    • Valid Drivers License
    • Active Auto Insurance
    • Background Checks
    • MO and IL requirements may vary
  5. Do I need previous experience to apply?
    • Strong candidates will have 2+ years of experience caregiving. We also provide continuous paid training to ensure our caregivers are well-equipped to provide exceptional care.
  6. What training opportunities are available for caregivers?
    • We offer initial orientation training upon hire, as well as ongoing monthly training to enhance skills and knowledge in caregiving.
  7. What is the scheduling like for caregivers?
    • Scheduling is flexible to accommodate the availability of our caregivers. Schedules are based on availability & skill set match with clients.
  8. Do caregivers have to work weekends or holidays?
    • Caregivers are required to work mutually agreed upon weekends and holidays on a rotational basis.
  9. What is the process for matching caregivers with clients?
    • We carefully assess the needs and preferences of both our clients and caregivers to ensure compatibility and a positive caregiving experience.
  10. What length of shifts are available at Assistance Home Care?
    • 12 hour days (7am-7pm)
    • 12 hour overnights (7pm-7am)
    • 8-12 hour shifts (variable)
    • 4-8 hour shifts (variable)
    • Short shifts (variable)
    • Weekends
  11. What is the pay rate for caregivers?
    • $16.00-$19.00 per hour, including weekend differential pay and overtime opportunities available
  12. How often are employees paid at Assistance Home Care?
    • Weekly Pay
    • Daily Pay Option Available beginning Spring 2024
  13. Are there opportunities for advancement within Assistance Home Care?
    • Yes, we offer opportunities for career growth and advancement for caregivers who demonstrate exceptional skills and dedication.
  14. Do caregivers receive benefits such as health insurance and paid time off?
    • Full-time caregivers may be eligible for benefits such as health insurance after 1 Year.
    • Part-time & Full-Time employees begin accruing Paid Time Off (PTO) immediately upon hire.
  15. How do I apply to become a caregiver with Assistance Home Care?
    • Complete the form on this page, email us at [email protected] or call our Recruiting Team at 636-735-7010.
  16. What sets Assistance Home Care apart from other home care agencies?
    • Locally & Family-owned, Assistance Home Care believes that ‘Happy Caregivers = Happy Clients’ and prioritizes the needs of our Care Team by offering benefits and perks unmatched in the industry
  17. How many holidays does Assistance Home Care recognize?
    • Holidays paid at time-and-a-half include:
      1. New Year’s Day
      2. MLK Day
      3. Easter
      4. Mother’s Day
      5. Memorial Day
      6. Juneteenth
      7. Father’s Day
      8. Independence Day
      9. Labor Day
      10. Thanksgiving Day
      11. Christmas Eve
      12. Christmas Day
      13. New Year’s Eve
  18. Can I choose the areas I prefer to work in?
    • Yes, we prioritize our Caregivers’ preferred locations when assigning clients, whenever possible.
  19. What support is available to caregivers while on the job?
    • Caregivers have access to ongoing support from our local care management team and 24/7 on-call assistance for any emergencies or concerns.
  20. Are there opportunities for additional training or certifications?
    • Yes, we offer our Caregivers the opportunity to pursue their CARES Dementia Specialist (C.D.S.) certification through HCInteractive, we also incentivize this opportunity with a bonus upon completion.
    • Additional training can be requested at any time by caregivers who wish to learn more about a topic or care technique. All training is paid at hourly rate.
  21. What is the company culture like at Assistance Home Care?
    • Our company culture is one of teamwork, respect, and compassion. We value the contributions of each member of our caregiving team.
  22. How do you ensure quality care for clients?
    • Our local care management teams conduct routine Quality Assurance & Support Home Visits to clients to offer support to Caregivers and ensure a positive & safe environment.
  23. What is Assistance Home Care’s Indeed Rating?
    • Indeed Rating is 4.8 stars as of 2024

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Home Health Aide (HHA) Caregiver| DSP| PCT

Job Details

St. Louis County – St. Louis, MO
High School
25-40 Minutes
CNA / HHA / Caregiver

Description

About Assistance Home Care:

Looking for a positive change in your healthcare career? Imagine yourself being part of and growing with a highly respected, highly rated, family-owned & operated company that has been serving the community for over 10 years and have served over 5,000 families. Our dedication and specialty is assisting families with Memory Care and Movement Disorders, including Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Parkinson’s Disease, Stroke, ALS, MS, Stroke, and Hospice Care.

At Assistance Home Care, we truly believe in a Caregiver First Culture and creating a positive, supportive, and respectful work environment for everyone on our Team. This commitment has led our Team to become recognized as a certified Great Place to Work and one of the most highly rated home care agencies on sites such as Glassdoor, Indeed, and Google. When you join our Team, you will have a great sense of pride and witness firsthand, how closely aligned and connected to all the major hospital systems, rehabs, hospice and other key geriatric care professionals throughout the area which translates into an abundance of incredible clients, hours and flexible schedules available for you and all of our Care Professionals to choose from!

Our Core Values: We are committed to respecting ourselves, our clients and each other each and every day via the simple acronym: I.R.E.S.P.E.C.T. (Sound like a place you are looking for?)

(I) Take Initiative at every Opportunity

(R) Responsibility and Reliability

(E) Empathy Shines through our Person and our Actions

(S) Spreading Sunshine and Smiles Everywhere We Go

(P) Provide Peace of Mind by being Patient, Present and Professional

(E) Committed to Education to Better Serve Others and Ourselves

(C) Communicate Clearly, Early, and Often

(T) Committed to a Place Where Trust and Teamwork Rule

What Caregivers Receive at Assistance Home Care: 

Financial

  • Competitive Wages with overtime available
  • Accurate and Weekly Pay
  • Consistent Clients and Hours with Set Schedules 92% of our Caregivers consistently receive their requested hours or more!
  • Bonus opportunities for assisting with last minute scheduling needs.
  • Weekend Differentials & Short Shift opportunities paying up to $35/hour.
  • $300 Employee Referral Bonuses for every hire

Growth Opportunities

  • Promotional and Advancement Opportunities to grow and elevate your Healthcare Career
  • Certified Dementia Specialist credentialing program available for all caregivers

Positive & Supportive Environment

  • Professional and Supportive Team environment where only CNAs, Home Health Aide and Caregivers with a positive, team player mentality and who are called to serve others are hired.
  • Comprehensive Caregiver & CNA Training & Development via our Caregiver Training Centers
  • Great Communication and Support
  • Regular Support check-ins to ensure you have the tools and training you need and feel supported.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance, Dental and Vision programs available*
  • Paid Time Off, Bereavement Leave and Parental Leave Programs
  • Access to Employee Snack Stations at each office
  • Regular Employee Appreciation Events throughout the year
  • Access to robust Employee Discount Program
  • Monthly Caregiver Recognition Program
  • Access to (EAP) Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
  • Mission Reward Program: earn sizable rewards for living our Core Values
  • CNA graduation Bonus Program

CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, HHA, Home Health Aide and Caregiver Responsibilities:

  • Live and promote our Core Values each and every day
  • Care for clients with Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Movement Disorders
  • Provide personal care including bathing, showering, toileting, hygiene, and grooming
  • Learn and use transfer skills such as stand-pivot transfers, Hoyer lifts, and gait belts
  • Assist with light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation
  • Open to assisting up to 2 weekend shifts each month

Qualifications

CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, HHA, Home Health Aide and Caregiver Requirements:

  • Willing to learn and assist with all necessary care for clients
  • Possess a reliable vehicle, active auto insurance, and valid driver’s license
  • Pass a criminal background check and drug screening
  • Able to lift 55 lbs
  • COVID19 vaccinated or willing to be
  • High School Diploma or GED

Education: High school or equivalent (required)

Experience: Caregiving experience (1+ years required)

 

If you are a loyal compassionate and skilled caregiver looking to join a company that cares as much about making a positive impact with clients as you do, then we would love to hear from you!

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