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HouseWorks invites our associates to check this page often for information about training opportunities, HouseWorks benefits, and other resources for home care paraprofessionals and their families.
Training Opportunities
HouseWorks next Training Day will take place in September at a location to be announced. If you are interested in attending or want to know more about the program, contact Jen LeRoy at 617-928-1010 or jleroy@house-works.com.
Click here for more information about our most recent training day program at The Falls at Cordingly Dam.
Associate Benefits
Overtime and Differentials
HouseWorks pays overtime wages of 1.5 times the normal rate for a given shift. We also pay higher rates for short hours, weekend shifts, and holidays, and the overtime differential applies to these higher rates as well. Associates who consistently earn positive reports from their clients are given priority for overtime assignments.
Health Insurance
HouseWorks Associates who have been with the company for three months and work an average of 35 hours or more per week are eligible to enroll in HouseWorks health insurance program, provided by Blue Cross/Blue Shield. For more information, please contact Jen LeRoy at 617-928-1010 or jleroy@house-works.com.
Performance Bonuses
HouseWorks' Service Excellence Award is a monthly bonus program for associates who have been employed with HouseWorks for at least three years, work an average of 32 hours per week, and meet specific performance criteria. The monthly award increases each year of consecutive employment up to $175 per month. Associates who do not receive an expected bonus should call HouseWorks to review reasons and verify records.
On-Call Bonus Program
HouseWorks pays a bonus of $50-$100 for qualified associates who agree to be on-call during a designated time period to cover open shifts. Higher bonuses are available on peak holidays.
Paid Training
HouseWorks associates are paid the base hourly rate for time spent in authorized training sessions. If you want to attend a training that we have not listed, please call Andrea DeJordy at 617-928-1010.
Verizon Discount
HouseWorks employees are eligible for a 13% discount off the base monthly fee for their Verizon plan. Contact HouseWorks for an application.
HouseWorks Notices
Telephony Instructions
"Telephony" is HouseWorks' telephone-based system for recording Associate hours and reimbursable expenses. Instead of submitting paper time ships, Associates use the client's phone to log in and out of shifts and report expenses. Click here for complete instructions and answers to frequently asked questions.
Community Resources
Check out the following organizations to learn about programs and benefits that may be helpful to you or someone you know.
Big Sister Association of Greater Boston helps girls reach their potential through positive mentoring relationships with women.
The Commonwealth Health Connector is the gateway to two new health insurance programs for Massachusetts residents who do not have access to insurance through other sources. 1-877-MA-ENROLL
Cradles to Crayons is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of low-income children by distributing. free of charge, new and gently used children's items such as strollers, car seats, clothing, books, toys, birthday presents, arts and crafts and school supplies.
The Freecycle Network is a nonprofit community group with an environmental mission that allows users to recycle unwanted items by posting ads on local online bulletin boards. This is a great way to acquire needed household items while helping to reduce environmental waste.
The External Diploma Program (EDP) is an alternative route to a high school diploma. Adults work at their own pace in this free program that includes take home projects, performance assessments, frequent interviews, and library research. Graduates receive a Boston Central Adult High School diploma.
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