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Find and Hire Paid Caregivers

Connecting You to Care in Massachusetts

If you or a family member needs care or support, Rewarding Work can help you find someone ready to provide support in your home or community. Rewarding Work provides a comprehensive, up-to-date list of people who live near you, have the experience you need, and who are available to work when you need them—as well as an easy-to-use job board. Rewarding Work partners with MA DDS to offer free subscriptions. 

 

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We Partner with MA DDS

Subscriptions are free for families receiving services through the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (MA DDS). For information on using Rewarding Work for DDS self-directed programs and to request the DDS access code click the link below.

 

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Not Affiliated with MA DDS? Choose a Low-Cost Paid Subscription

Anyone in Massachusetts who needs to hire support may use Rewarding Work by signing up for a low-cost "individual" subscription. We also have special agency rates. Click subscribe to learn more.
 

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Hire the support you need

Hundreds of qualified local job candidates are available to assist you or a family member in living independently.

Our Massachusetts Partners

We are proud to partner with MA DDS and the Massachusetts Lifespan Respite Coalition (MLRC) to help individuals and families find the caregiving support they need. Together, these partnerships help make caregiving more accessible, flexible, and family-centered throughout the Commonwealth.
 

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Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (MA DDS)

Our partnership provides DDS eligible individuals and families with a free 12-month subscription to RewardingWork.org—renewable each year. Our goal is to empower families to connect directly with qualified caregivers in their local communities.

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Respite Coalition (MLRC)

Thanks to MLRC, we’re also able to expand access to respite care resources, ensuring that family caregivers can take the time they need to rest and recharge.

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Need Respite Support?

Respite provides short-term relief for primary caregivers — whether it’s for an afternoon, several days or weeks. Care may be provided in your home or in a respite care provider’s home. Learn more or download our free Respite Handbook below.
 

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Massachusetts Caregiver Hiring Resources

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Top Caregiver Qualities

Top four qualities explained

Employer Screening Tips

Screening Tips for Employers

How to check references

Job Descriptions Explained

Interview Tips for Employers

Sample Interview Questions to Ask

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Helpful Links for Massachusetts Employers

Whether you're a caregiver, family member, or employer, having the right information at your fingertips makes all the difference. Below are some helpful links to that can guide you through every step of your caregiving journey.

Kind Words from Recent Job Seekers and Families

 

I received more than ten applications for caregivers within the first few days of posting a caregiver position on RewardingWork. I interviewed three, all amply qualified, and selected one with great references who I think will be ideal. You have a wonderful service.

 

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We ended up hiring the first person we interviewed - but not until we had phone screenings with several people who looked promising. 

The website was easy to use and we’d use it again. 

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So far I have met three employers. They are some of the kindest people I have met in my life. I am witnessing a renewed hope in mankind. I am in awe over the love they have for the people in their family that need care. It was an honor to meet and work for them. Thank you for creating this website.

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Background Checks

Please Note: Job candidates in the Rewarding Work database have NOT been screened in any way and their backgrounds have NOT been checked. It is your responsibility as an employer to check references and backgrounds of people you may hire.