AI HubUnpacking Georgia's Subminimum Wage Framework
This video explores whether Georgia allows “subminimum wages” (i.e., paying caregivers below the mandated minimum under certain conditions). In Georgia, the minimum wage standard is $7.25/hour, which equals the federal level.
Subminimum wages are not generally permissible unless governed by special federal exemptions or training programs. CareSmartz360 ensures agencies don’t accidentally violate wage rules by streamlining minimum wage enforcement across all caregiver hours and roles — protecting against underpayment and legal risk.
Who we empower every day
By Role- Agency Owners – Avoid wage violations and maintain trust and compliance with federal and state law.
- Caregivers – Be assured of lawful minimum pay for work performed.
- Billers / Payroll Staff – Prevent errors by enforcing minimum wage logic in pay rules.
- Supervisors – Catch any underpayment or wage discrepancies.
- Schedulers – Plan shifts knowing pay rules are enforced seamlessly.
- On-Call Coordinators – Monitor hours to avoid subminimum mistakes.
- Care Managers – Verify that work aligns with qualified wage standards.
Subminimum wages are a risky area — ensuring every caregiver is paid at or above the legal minimum safeguards agencies from audits, complaints, or legal action.
With CareSmartz360, Georgia agencies can confidently enforce minimum wage rules across their workforce — no guesswork, no surprises, just compliance and fairness.
