Here’s what you can expect with setting your own rate. Please note, this feature will only be available on visiting placements.
Review visiting placement adverts
For visiting placements, you will now be asked to set your own pay rate as part of your application. This will be made clear within the placement advert.
We encourage you to take the time to ensure you understand the placement specifications, and are comfortable with the duties outlined in the Care Profile. Consider your skills and the specific details of the placement, and craft a quote that reflects your experience and strengths.
2. Set your rate & apply
Be in control of your earnings and set your own rate for each placement. Slide to select a rate that reflects your experience and strengths, and the requirements of the placement. You will need to move the slider, you will not be able to click 'save' and submit your application without moving the slider and selecting a pay rate.
We’ll show you the average and range of other applicants for that placement to help you make an informed decision on how to set your rate.
You should be able to see the weekly rate as well as a prorated daily rate. You will be able to see a breakdown of your earnings. Please note: any bonuses are calculated in the first payment summary.
3. Track your application
Once you apply, track your submitted applications through the ElderHub on the Placements page.
Elder will confirm by email if you have been selected by the client. This process typically takes a few days. Please wait for confirmation from Elder before making any arrangements for the placement.
Elder expects self-employed carers to apply for placements only if they are available and committed to attend if selected. If your placement application is successful, we will expect you to attend as planned.
If you are unable to commit to a placement after applying, you should contact us as soon as possible so that we can make alternative arrangements for care, ideally a week before placement starting.