SUGGESTIONS
FOR HIRING AN AIDE

• Get some information and references by phone and check them out before you set up an interview. Sample

• Try to have a family member or friend with you during an interview

• Know what you want the aide to do before the interview. Have questions written down and the amout per hour you are able to pay. Be honest about the situation of the person who needs care. Sample

• When you decide on an aide, have job duties written down; hours to work, time off, and pay per hour. Make sure both the aide and you have a copy. Sample

• Pay by check or get a signed receipt when payment is made. Pay on time.

• Decide with the aide who is responsible for IRS filing. Information on filing is available from Social Security. Call 1-800-772-1213 or a local branch office.

• Ask that the aide give at least one week notice if he/she has to quit.

• Place an ad at local churches or organizations or as family members, friends or neighbors for names.

• Place an ad at: Michigan State University Placement Center (517) 355-9510 or Lansing Community College Placement Center (517) 483-1172

• Place an ad in your local newspaper. Samples and list of local newspapers