Why People Are Choosing Adult Foster Care Over Corporate Healthcare Jobs
The healthcare field is fast-paced, but it often leads to fast burnout in a corporate setting. Long hours, understaffing and less flexibility are all reasons employees are looking for opportunities elsewhere. Learn more about why employees are leaving corporate healthcare positions in favor of more personalized care options such as Adult Foster Care (AFC) homes.
Why People Are Leaving Corporate Healthcare
Corporate healthcare jobs are often high-paying, rewarding careers, but they come at a cost. As demand rises each year, the demands of the job can take a toll on the corporate healthcare workforce. Reasons for leaving include the following:
The Long Hours: 12+ hour work days, attending to patients and emergencies in a hospital or clinical setting can be exhausting. Overnight and weekend shifts are expected and work-life balance can feel lopsided. Hours aren’t flexible, and it can feel overwhelming trying to balance work and home life responsibilities.
Burnout: While the demand for healthcare workers is rising, there are countless vacancies within the industry that have yet to be filled. The lack of staffing in corporate and clinical settings leads to more job responsibilities for current employees, more work and higher rates of burnout. Staff start to feel overwhelmed by their daily grind, while juggling multiple additional responsibilities with little to no relief in sight.
Not a Good Culture Fit: Working in large corporate settings often comes with higher pay and benefits. Despite the salary and perks, workers may feel more like a number and less like a valued employee. Having a healthy workplace culture that emphasizes appreciation for the staff, prioritizes employee needs, provides opportunities to leave a lasting impact, and have achievable goals and incentives are pillars of a positive culture.
Choosing Alternative Care Jobs
Looking beyond corporate healthcare careers, there are other options to consider. Choosing a smaller, more intimate workplace setting can allow employees to have rewarding healthcare careers. AFC homes can be a great option for those looking for more flexibility, work-life balance and culture. AFC is steadily growing: home health and personal care aides are projected to grow 21 percent from 2023 to 2033. At Flatrock, we’re growing and opening new homes across Michigan. Our average home sizes range from 3-15 residents, meaning you’ll be working in a smaller home-like setting, allowing staff to connect with residents on a daily basis. Our homes are situated in their local communities, allowing for a more comfortable environment than a clinical or corporate healthcare setting. Flatrock sets its employees up for success by having a comprehensive training and onboarding program, ongoing mentorship and career development opportunities. Beyond traditional benefits like healthcare, paid time off and a 401k, Flatrock provides a supportive and welcoming environment for employees to feel valued and empowered to do their best.
Choose the Flatrock Family
Choosing a career in healthcare means choosing a career in caring. When large corporate healthcare companies don’t show the same love and care to their employees, it can create burnout, poor culture and lead to high turnover. Working in a more intimate environment, such as an AFC home, allows employees to work one-on-one with residents and staff. At Flatrock, you aren’t just joining another healthcare organization; you’re joining the Flatrock Family. Learn more about working at Flatrock and explore our open opportunities today.