Full-Time

Learning Specialist

Posted on 3/5/2026

FreedomCare

FreedomCare

501-1,000 employees

Home-based caregiver hiring and payment platform

Compensation Overview

$22 - $26/hr

Remote in USA

Remote

Occasional travel to FreedomCare locations nationwide.

Category
Training
Required Skills
Sharepoint
Public Speaking
Word/Pages/Docs
Customer Service
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as education, communications, or human resources. Equivalent professional experience is also acceptable.
  • Minimum of three years in a training role.
  • Experience delivering both virtual and in-person training.
  • Experience creating multimedia training materials such as PowerPoint presentations and job aids.
  • Familiarity with Learning Management Systems and remote training solutions.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, Teams).
  • Experience with virtual conference applications (Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Adobe Connect).
  • Telephonic customer-service experience, particularly in healthcare administration.
  • Advanced knowledge and skills in Adult Learning and e-Learning principles, with an ability to stay updated on emerging trends.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including public speaking.
  • Strong coaching skills and emotional intelligence.
  • Ability to apply adult learning theories effectively and tailor learning solutions to optimize trainee performance.
  • Exceptional leadership qualities and the ability to manage priorities in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
  • Facilitate and lead diverse training programs, including new hire onboarding, upskilling for tenured employees, and refresher courses.
  • Foster a growth-oriented learning culture that enhances employee performance at all levels.
  • Provide targeted coaching and feedback, develop individualized support plans, and implement action plans to address performance gaps.
  • Design, update, and refine training materials—including presentations, quizzes, and job aids—ensuring alignment with evolving business needs and evidence-based learning strategies.
  • Measure training effectiveness through assessments, progress tracking, and data-driven insights to continuously improve content and delivery methods.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to align training initiatives with business objectives and evolving priorities.
  • Reinforce learning through hands-on methods, such as evaluations, shadowing, and one-on-one coaching.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends by integrating cutting-edge training tools, adult learning principles, and emerging best practices.
  • Serve as an interim manager for new hires, providing structured feedback and performance discussions.
Desired Qualifications
  • Healthcare industry experience is highly desirable.
  • Experience with Salesforce is a plus.
  • Telephonic customer-service experience in healthcare administration.

FreedomCare operates in the home care services market, focusing on Medicaid beneficiaries in New York. It enables people who need daily living assistance to hire a family member or trusted friend as their caregiver. The caregiver is then paid for their services, with immediate payment after each shift, providing financial stability. The core clients are Medicaid recipients who can choose caregivers from among relatives or close connections, including spouses or parents of a child under 21. The company partners with Medicaid and health plans to manage the caregiving process, ensuring prompt payments and high-quality, personalized care. Its goal is to improve home-based care experiences for patients while supporting the financial well-being of informal caregivers by integrating them into a structured, Medicaid-funded system.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$75K

Headquarters

North New Hyde Park, New York

Founded

2016

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Launched Michigan Home Help Program support, expanding to new Medicaid market.
  • Family caregivers earn $16.25 per hour statewide through Michigan program.
  • Handles payroll, training, and compliance, streamlining self-directed care nationwide.

What critics are saying

  • Michigan program excludes spouses, dropping 70-90% Michigan revenue immediately.
  • MDHHS favors local agencies, blocking FreedomCare access in 6-12 months.
  • 2026 federal Medicaid cuts slash home care reimbursements by 15-20%.

What makes FreedomCare unique

  • FreedomCare enables Medicaid beneficiaries to hire family or friends as paid caregivers.
  • Instant post-shift payments distinguish FreedomCare from traditional home care agencies.
  • Operates as fiscal intermediary in 15 states including New York and Michigan.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Hybrid Work Options

Wellness Program

Professional Development Budget

Company News

NewsBreak
Jul 30th, 2025
Michigan Medicaid Members: You May Be Eligible to Get Paid to Care for a Loved One at Home

FreedomCare, a leading provider of in-home care services, has officially launched its support for the Michigan Medicaid Home Help Program.

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