GT Independence began because the Carmichael family was seeking the best living situation for one of their own. They learned the ins and outs of self-direction—the right of people with disabilities or those aging in place to choose how, where, and from whom to receive care and support. And they decided to share their knowledge so that others could live the life of their choosing, too.
GT is a financial management services company, but we are much more. We are an advocate for self-direction and its vital role in building trusted communities of care and support. From our small-town start in 2004, GT has become a company supporting over 25,000 people nationwide. Family-owned, GT has more than 450 employees and a presence in 13 states (and counting). Since 2018, GT has grown at an average annual rate of 21%, and the opportunities for career development have grown with us.
We are proud to be ranked among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For. We invite you to explore what it means to be part of the GT family—for you and for the people we serve.
At GT, we are always seeking people who are passionate about what they do. Our steady growth has created opportunities for people with a broad range of experience and expertise. If you support self-direction, work with integrity, and enjoy constant learning as you develop in your career, see if an available position is a fit for you.
Working at GT is unlike working anywhere else. It’s a little like coming home. The Carmichael family’s commitment to making self-direction an accessible option for individuals and families is woven into the fabric of GT. We are a company that believes in integrity, rewards respect, and delivers excellence at every level. We are committed to making a difference in our communities. All of that starts and ends with people.
GT is a person-centered workplace. Whether we are serving our customers, our communities, or each other, we live our mission every day: To help people live a life of their choosing regardless of age or ability.
The pandemic has changed how many people live and work, including those of us at GT. People who use self-direction depend on uninterrupted care and support. We need to be there for them no matter what.
Today, much of our workforce telecommutes, providing a high level of service to our customers regardless of our physical location. The telecommuting option continues to be available for some positions. As a result, employees have greater flexibility and can remain safe at home if needed.
Our goal is to make life easier for everyone we serve—including our employees. We invest in tools, resources, and technology that simplify the self-direction process for participants. And we make sure our employees are just as well-equipped every day on the job.
Just as we want to see success among people choosing self-direction, we want to see success among people choosing GT as their employer. Along with competitive pay and benefits, GT provides universal access to a CARES Success Coach. This coach can offer guidance on career growth and development, as well as help in other areas of life so everyone experiences better outcomes.
GT also offer comprehensive training resources. Our knowledge library includes more than 400 training materials in a variety of formats. This allows our employees to learn in ways that are most effective for them.
GT encourages our employees to help us shape our company. We create many opportunities for employees to speak up, share their feedback, and make an impact. We conduct annual surveys and interviews, and employees can serve on committees and take part in meaningful conversations. We also deliver on our open-door policy. From John Carmichael, our CEO, on down, we encourage open conversation and believe that every member of the GT family has a direct impact on our success as a team.
GT is proud to be part of the Sturgis, Michigan, community. We seek ways to take care of those around us, from donating resources for urgent needs to supporting organizations that focus on lifting people up. But with a workforce that spans the nation, we know our family and community extend beyond our backyard. That’s why we give all our employees paid time off to volunteer with organizations that are close to them.
Bring Your Authentic Self To Work
GT is committed to being a welcoming and inclusive community. We aspire for all staff to feel comfortable bringing their full, authentic selves to work. We want people to feel valued and have a sense of belonging. GT strives to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We recognize that our diversity makes us stronger. It also drives innovation and ultimately helps us achieve our mission of self-determination.
Born and grown in Sturgis, Michigan, GT is proud to help people all over the country live the life of their choosing from our home town. Today, GT is the largest employer in Sturgis, and we take our responsibility to our people and our community seriously.
For GT, community is about more than place. It’s about where our people are—whether here in Sturgis, enjoying room to roam and a slower pace of life, or in a great American city within driving distance. Or, maybe even across the country. Wherever your talents and passion take you, one thing is certain: GT is ready to support your career development and goals.
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