There are many advantages and opportunities when working in a cooperative home care agency, including healthcare benefits for full-time caregivers, the potential for part-time to full-time transition, and the additional perks of working in a cooperative agency.
The healthcare benefits and perks of a home care career.
Healthcare Benefits
Healthcare for Full-Time Workers
At Cooperative Care, we firmly believe that caring for others begins with caring for yourself. At our home care cooperative, we recognize the importance of comprehensive healthcare coverage for our caregivers. We are proud to offer health insurance benefits to our full-time caregivers. We understand that peace of mind and well-being are crucial for you to provide the best possible care to our clients.
Part-Time to Full-Time Transition
One of the unique advantages of working at our cooperative is the potential to transition from part-time to full-time employment. We value the dedication and skills our caregivers bring to their roles, and as our agency grows, we are committed to creating opportunities for advancement. If you begin your journey with us as a part-time caregiver and wish to increase your hours, we strive to support your transition to a full-time position whenever you are ready. This allows you to expand your professional experience, take on more responsibilities, and enjoy the benefits of full-time employment.
5 Additional Benefits in a Home Care Career
- Competitive Compensation: As a caregiver-owned cooperative, we prioritize fair compensation. We strive to ensure that you receive a living wage that recognizes the value and importance of your work. Our cooperative model allows us to minimize administrative costs and focus on prioritizing your financial well-being.
- Flexible Schedules: We understand that caregiving responsibilities may require flexibility in scheduling. Our cooperative agency is committed to providing a range of scheduling options that accommodate your needs. We value open communication and collaboration to create a work schedule that promotes work-life balance and allows you to meet personal commitments.
- Supportive Community: When you join our cooperative, you become part of a supportive and inclusive community of caregivers. We foster a culture that encourages collaboration, shared learning, and professional growth. You will have access to mentorship programs, ongoing training opportunities, and the wisdom and support of fellow caregivers.
- Ownership Opportunities: In a cooperative agency, caregivers are given opportunities to become member-owners. This allows you to have a voice and play an active role in decision-making processes, and it brings possible profit-sharing at the end of each fiscal year. We encourage open communication, valuing your insights and suggestions. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the agency's growth and shape its future direction.
- Professional Development: We are committed to your professional growth and development. Our cooperative agency offers various training programs, workshops, and continuing education opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge. By investing in your growth, we ensure that you can provide the highest quality care to our clients while advancing your own career.
Choosing a career in caregiving is both noble and rewarding, and we are thrilled that you are considering joining our home care cooperative. By working with us, you gain access to a wide range of benefits, including affordable healthcare coverage for full-time caregivers and your family, dental and vision insurance, paid training, paid time off, holiday pay, Aflac benefits, patronage refund/ profit sharing, paid travel time, (tax free) mileage reimbursement, $2/Hr. shift differential for overnight and weekend hours, the potential to transition from part-time to full-time employment or vice versa, and the additional perks of being part of a cooperative agency. Cooperative Care offers flexible scheduling that other agencies simply can't!