Thank you for the many positive responses I received from the information I sent to each of you (Private Duty Today subscribers) last week regarding the caregiver pre-employment assessments.

It's encouraging to see the growing level of commitment in our industry to improve the quality and reliability of caregivers, reduce turnover, and protect the defenseless from the "bad guys" by hiring the right person in the first place.  It's also motivating for me to continue to bring you other great recruiting and retention products.

I've noticed that there are a number of commonly asked questions about the assessments, so permit me this opportunity to address those.

1.  How do applicants complete the assessments?

On the computer.  It's really easy, just "point and click".

They can also be taken by paper and pencil, but then someone in your office will have to "point and click" the answers into the testing port.

2.  How long does it take to complete the assessments?

About a half hour to complete all three assessments.

3.  Do I need fancy software?

No!  All you need is an internet connection.

4.  How are assessments scored?

Automatically by computer.

5.  How long does it take to get the reports and interview questions?

Both are available instantly as soon as the applicant presses the "submit" button on the final assessment.

The staffing coordinator immediately prints the reports and interview questions and takes them straight into the interview.

6.  Are the reports easy to read and understand?

Yes!  It doesn't get much easier than green (a good fit), yellow (some concern), and red (serious concern) indicators.  You will also automatically receive behavioral interview questions based on the applicant's results.

The system will also automatically print every question on the integrity assessment the applicant answered in a counter productive manner.  These are organized by the same categories as the graph, so you will know exactly why someone is green, yellow, or red.

7.  What training and support is provided?

Your one time set up fee of $149 provides you with a copy of The Private Duty Caregiver Selection System e-book (a $149 retail value), phone training with me for everyone in your office who plays a role in the hiring process, and ongoing training and administrative support for the term of your license. 

8.  How much do assessments cost?

After the one time set up fee, most agencies purchase an annual license, which gives you unlimited use of all three assessments for one year.

If you have 50 or fewer caregivers, the cost of an annual license is $750.  If you have more than 50 caregivers, the cost is $15 per current employee.

9.  How do I get started?

Call or email me to schedule a phone appointment.  I will take your credit card information and set up your account on the testing port; email your e-bookl and other materials; and schedule your phone training.

10.  How can I get more information?

Contact me:  email Kathy@leadinghomecare.com or phone (502) 339-0653 or visit our web site www.privatedutytoday.com.