An individual who would like to be a HCW must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Submit a completed application packet.
(1) Pass a DHS criminal history clearance and cooperate with a criminal history re-check when
requested.
(2) Complete a HCW orientation within 90 days. Complete a live-in orientation if applicable.
(3) Be capable of providing or learning to provide necessary services.
(4) Be 18 years of age or older (age exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis for family
members only, but exceptions will not be granted for anyone under the age of 16).
An individual who would like to be a career HCW and be referred to the general public to provide
homecare services through the Registry and Referral System (RRS) must meet the requirements
listed above, plus the following:
(1) Be 18 years of age or older (no exceptions).
(2) Disclose qualifications, skills (including language skills), and experience that can be verified
and evaluated by a potential client-employer, as well as submit references upon request.
(3) Disclose any job related limitations.
(4) Review and update homecare worker information in the RRS at least every 60 days, if looking
for work.
(5) Immediately notify the local SPD/AAA office or the Oregon Home Care Commission of address
and phone number changes.
I certify that all information I supplied in this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I
understand that should I knowingly misrepresent information may result in rejection of my application
and/or denial of placement on the Oregon Home Care Commission (OHCC) Registry and Referral System
(RRS). I understand and agree to the minimum qualifications for homecare workers established by the
OHCC.
The OHCC has an internet-based registry to assist seniors and individuals with disabilities find qualified
in-home providers. I understand that if I agree to be referred to prospective client-employers through the
RRS, my contact information, (name, phone number, provider number and city of residence) will be
released to anyone seeking in-home services.