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How to hire a home supervisor

Home supervisor hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring home supervisors in the United States:

  • HR departments typically spend 15% of their expenses on recruitment.
  • It usually takes about 12 weeks for a new employee to reach full productivity levels.
  • It typically takes 36-42 days to fill a job opening.
  • The median cost to hire a home supervisor is $1,633.
  • Small businesses spend an average of $1,105 per home supervisor on training each year, while large companies spend $658.
  • There are currently 7,457 home supervisors in the US and 40,543 job openings.
  • New York, NY, has the highest demand for home supervisors, with 10 job openings.
  • New York, NY has the highest concentration of home supervisors.

How to hire a home supervisor, step by step

To hire a home supervisor, you should create an ideal candidate profile, determine a budget, and post and promote your job. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to hire a home supervisor:

Here's a step-by-step home supervisor hiring guide:

  • Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
  • Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
  • Step 3: Make a budget
  • Step 4: Write a home supervisor job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new home supervisor
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist
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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    Before you post your home supervisor job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a home supervisor for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

    Determine employee vs contractor status
    Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

    You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a home supervisor to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a home supervisor that fits the bill.

    This list shows salaries for various types of home supervisors.

    Type of Home SupervisorDescriptionHourly rate
    Home Supervisor$13-26
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  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • In-Home
    • Home Health
    • Social Work
    • Patients
    • Care Services
    • Mental Health
    • Patient Care
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Sales Floor
    • Payroll
    • CPR
    • Direct Support
    • Foster Care
    • Product Knowledge
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    Responsibilities:
    • Manage Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance authorizations.
    • Direct oversight and training of case management activities in coordination with regional partners and within HCEC.
    • Provide supervisory and disciplinary action and oversight.
    • Provide direct service to the developmentally disable residents, including intervention, behavioral management and implementation of individual rehabilitation plans.
    • Track and collect data pertaining to IHP goals and objectives, consumer daily logs, and behavioral data.
    • Assist residents with performing independent activities that are display on their IHP templates and monitor their progress weekly.
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  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in your home supervisor job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A home supervisor can vary based on:

    • Location. For example, home supervisors' average salary in florida is 53% less than in georgia.
    • Seniority. Entry-level home supervisors 47% less than senior-level home supervisors.
    • Certifications. A home supervisor with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
    • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a home supervisor's salary.

    Average home supervisor salary

    $40,262yearly

    $19.36 hourly rate

    Entry-level home supervisor salary
    $29,000 yearly salary
    Updated December 17, 2025

    Average home supervisor salary by state

    RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
    1Georgia$47,901$23
    2Pennsylvania$44,589$21
    3Colorado$42,646$21
    4Connecticut$38,539$19
    5Indiana$38,423$18
    6Washington$37,257$18
    7Wisconsin$37,141$18
    8New York$36,679$18
    9Massachusetts$36,513$18
    10Missouri$36,331$17
    11Arkansas$34,395$17
    12Minnesota$32,993$16
    13California$31,895$15
    14Texas$30,886$15

    Average home supervisor salary by company

    RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rateJob openings
    1JPMorgan Chase & Co.$108,112$51.98500
    2RWJBarnabas Health$57,616$27.70
    3Dignity Health$53,684$25.8116
    4Washington State University$50,903$24.47
    5New York State Restaurant Association$43,850$21.08
    6Premier Infusion Care$43,263$20.80
    7CVS Health$42,685$20.52147
    8Texas$41,545$19.974
    9SunPower$40,570$19.50
    10The Mosaic Company$40,276$19.36
    11Cigna$39,802$19.1441
    12Volunteers of America Los Angeles$39,487$18.98
    13Willows Way$39,313$18.90
    14State of Nevada Employees' Association Inc$39,055$18.783
    15Lifesteps$38,885$18.6932
    16Archdiocese Of San Antonio$38,878$18.6919
    17Indiana University Health La Porte Hospital Inc$38,665$18.59
    18Vacasa$38,426$18.472
    19Leake and Watts Services Inc.$38,382$18.452
    20Catholic Community Services of Utah$38,204$18.37
  4. Writing a home supervisor job description

    A good home supervisor job description should include a few things:

    • Summary of the role
    • List of responsibilities
    • Required skills and experience

    Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a home supervisor job description:

    Home supervisor job description example

    This nonprofit social services management position pays a range of $21.15 - $22.50 per hour based on experience. You would also be eligible for excellent benefits including health, vision, free dental for employee and family, life insurance, generous paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, a wellness program, and discounted gym membership as well as maternal, paternal, and adoption leave . If this sounds like the right supervision opportunity for you, apply today!

    ABOUT KOREAN WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION (KWA)

    Registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in 1979, we are recognized for our commitment to the community, ability to reach and provide services to marginalized groups, and capacity to serve various segments of Washington state's diverse population. From the beginning, our founders knew that social services for diverse communities, regardless of race or ethnic background, through education, socialization, advocacy, and support are critical to maintaining the diverse fabric of our communities. Through the decades, we have developed numerous programs and services to serve the needs of multicultural and multilingual individuals and families in Western Washington. Thanks to our community partnerships and generous grant funding, we currently provide support and services in the areas of senior wellness, in-home care, benefits enrollment, citizenship, affordable housing, and community health navigation.

    Our staff is built on the core belief that everyone deserves support when navigating the difficulties of life. In order to hire and retain people that share our values of honesty , service , and excellence , we provide an excellent compensation package along with a positive work culture .

    A DAY IN THE LIFE AS AN IHC SUPERVISOR

    As an IHC Supervisor you will have general responsibility for supervising and coordinating the daily activities of home care workers (aka Caregivers) and office operations. The primary goals of the IHC Supervisor includes the scheduling of client services in an appropriate and timely manner, orientation and obtaining client authorization of home care services before implementation, and the maintenance of regular contact with clients to insure superior service delivery and response to client needs and desires relative to client home care plan of care.

    QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN IHC SUPERVISOR

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and industry software
    • Ability to pass a background and reference check.
    • Current Washington state driver's license.
    • Current auto insurance.
    • High school diploma, GED or foreign equivalent. Some college preferred.
    • Demonstrated ability to supervise staff.

    Do you work well with people from diverse backgrounds? Are you able to manage your time and prioritize tasks effectively? Can you work both independently and as part of a team? Are you respectful of confidential information? If so, you might just be perfect for this IHC Supervisor position at our nonprofit!

    READY TO JOIN OUR NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT TEAM?

    If you feel that you would be right for this IHC Supervisor position at our nonprofit, go to our website kwacares.org and click "CAREERS" to complete an application. We look forward to meeting you! KWA is an Equal Opportunity Employer!



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  5. Post your job

    To find the right home supervisor for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

    • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
    • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with home supervisors they would recommend.
    • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit home supervisors who meet your education requirements.
    • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.
    Post your job online:
    • Post your home supervisor job on Zippia to find and recruit home supervisor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
    • Use field-specific websites.
    • Post a job on free websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    During your first interview to recruit home supervisors, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

    You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

    The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

  7. Send a job offer and onboard your new home supervisor

    Once you have selected a candidate for the home supervisor position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

    It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

    After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new home supervisor. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

  8. Go through the hiring process checklist

    • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
    • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
    • Define job responsibilities and requirements
    • Establish budget and timeline
    • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
    • Write job description
    • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
    • Promote the job internally
    • Process applications through applicant tracking system
    • Review resumes and cover letters
    • Shortlist candidates for screening
    • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
    • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
    • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
    • Conduct background checks on top candidates
    • Check references of top candidates
    • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
    • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
    • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
    • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
    • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
    • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)
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How much does it cost to hire a home supervisor?

There are different types of costs for hiring home supervisors. One-time cost per hire for the recruitment process. Ongoing costs include employee salary, training, onboarding, benefits, insurance, and equipment. It is essential to consider all of these costs when evaluating hiring a new home supervisor employee.

You can expect to pay around $40,262 per year for a home supervisor, as this is the median yearly salary nationally. This can vary depending on what state or city you're hiring in. If you're hiring for contract work or on a per-project basis, hourly rates for home supervisors in the US typically range between $13 and $26 an hour.

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