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Home Modification Specialist

Cincinnati, OH ยท On-site

$21.50 - $29.50/hr

Home Modification Specialist Company: CareStar, Inc. Location: Ohio Job Type: Full Time | Industry: Healthcare / Social Services / Home Modifications About the Opportunity at CareStar Founded in 1988 ...

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How much do home modification jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for home modification in the United States is $52,566.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $55,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Home Modification professionals, and how are they addressed?

Home Modification professionals often encounter challenges such as adapting existing structures to meet diverse client needs, balancing design aesthetics with safety and functionality, and navigating building codes and funding sources. Successfully addressing these requires creative problem-solving, close collaboration with clients, contractors, and healthcare providers, as well as staying current with accessibility regulations. Professionals overcome hurdles by conducting thorough assessments, developing detailed project plans, and communicating transparently throughout the process. This helps ensure successful outcomes for clients and a rewarding work environment for the team.

What is a Home Modification job?

A Home Modification job involves assessing and making changes to a home to improve accessibility, safety, and functionality, especially for individuals with disabilities, seniors, or those recovering from injuries. This can include installing ramps, widening doorways, adding grab bars, modifying bathrooms, or adjusting countertops. Professionals in this field work closely with clients, contractors, and healthcare providers to ensure modifications meet specific needs and compliance standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Home Modification position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Home Modification, you need expertise in construction, accessibility standards, and safety codes, often supported by experience in carpentry, contracting, or occupational therapy. Familiarity with tools such as CAD design software, measuring devices, and applicable certifications like CAPS (Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist) is typically required. Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills are essential when working directly with clients and coordinating project teams. These abilities help ensure modifications are safe, functional, and tailored to client needs, resulting in improved quality of life and customer satisfaction.

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Infographic showing various Home Modification job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,566 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

Home Modification Specialist

CareStar, Inc.

Cincinnati, OH โ€ข On-site

$21.50 - $29.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Home Modification Specialist
Company: CareStar, Inc.
Location: Ohio
Job Type: Full Time |
Industry: Healthcare / Social Services / Home Modifications
About the Opportunity at CareStar
Founded in 1988 in Cincinnati, Ohio, CareStar, Inc. is a recognized leader in long-term care case management and population health. With a mission to Improve Communities by Improving Lives, we proudly serve individuals across Ohio through compassionate, high-quality care coordination. We are currently seeking a Home Modification Specialist to join our Ohio Home Care program. This is a meaningful opportunity for professionals who are passionate about helping others live healthier, more independent lives. As a Home Modification Specialist, you will receive, review and process all requests for home modifications. The Home Modification Specialist will also assist with processing requests for adaptive/assistive devices and durable medical equipment. You will review requests to assess if program criteria are met.
Key Responsibilities
  • Reviews requests for home modifications to assess for completeness and to determine if criteria for approval are met.
  • Communicates with case managers as needed regarding the request.
  • Completes denials for requests not meeting criteria for coverage.
  • Initiates bid process for requests meeting criteria for coverage.
  • Presents competing bids to CareStar home modification/adaptive assistive device review committee.
  • Notifies providers of outcome of CareStar home modification adaptive assistive device review committee.
  • Completes paperwork to initiate payment to providers upon satisfactory completion of jobs.
  • Communicates with other team members as needed.
  • Identifies problematic cases and works with other Home Modification Specialists and Clinical Managers towards a resolution.
  • Maintains appropriate recordkeeping regarding home modification and adaptive/assistive devices, including making timely entries into the agency's electronic database.
  • Prepares Appeal Summaries and participates in consumer appeal hearings as a State agency representative.
  • Adhere to the CareStar Rule in performance of job responsibilities.
  • Understand and comply with CareStar Policies and Procedures.
  • Maintain confidentiality as related to patient information. Any disclosures of confidential information made unlawfully outside the proper course of duty will be treated as a serious disciplinary offense.
  • Follow the Acceptable Use Policy while using any information systems owned or controlled by CareStar, Inc.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Nursing, or a related field
  • Required: Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Minimum of two years' healthcare experience, home health or home medical equipment experience preferred; knowledge of adaptive equipment/durable medical equipment.
  • Experience working with individuals with chronic conditions or severe and persistent mental illness
  • Strong knowledge of Medicaid, behavioral health systems, and local community resources
  • Demonstrates strong critical thinking and problem solving skills and flexibility in relationship to job requirements.
  • Computer skills sufficient to enter and process consumer information, report preparation, and use CareStar's website and email, and familiarity with suite of Microsoft Office programs.

Why Join CareStar?
  • Remote flexibility with meaningful community engagement
  • Competitive salary based on experience and education
  • Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
  • 401(k) with a generous company match
  • Paid time off + 10 paid holidays
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - become a part-owner in the company
  • Supportive, mission-driven culture focused on improving lives

Apply Today
Ready to make a difference? Visit https://www.carestar.com/about-carestar/careers/ to apply and learn more about joining our team.
Department Ohio Clinical Role Home Modification Specialist Locations Hamilton County