About this opportunity
Elara Caring lists this Lead Caregiver – PRN/On-Call opportunity in jackson, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Special Care Aide SCAJackson, MI | PRN | Flexible SchedulePay: $16.00-$18.00Not Just a Caregiver. A Career Path.At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens at home—where people feel most comfortable. Every day, our teams serve more than 60,000 patients nationwide, helping them remain safe, independent, and cared for in the place they call home.As a Special Care Aide (SCA), you'll play a unique and critical role on our team. You'll be the first face many new clients see when they begin services with Elara Caring, helping create a positive experience from day one. Serve as a key connection between clients and the branch team, ensuring clear communication, timely updates, and a seamless care experience.This is an ideal opportunity for experienced caregivers who enjoy variety, flexibility, travel, and the chance to broaden their skills while building a path toward leadership opportunities within Personal Care Services.Grow Your Career With UsMany of our leaders started as caregivers.As a Special Care Aide, you'll gain valuable experience across multiple clients, situations, and service needs while working closely with branch leadership. This role provides a unique opportunity to expand your skills, demonstrate leadership potential, and prepare for future advancement opportunities within Elara Caring.What We OfferFlexible work available nowPaid mileage and travel time between client visitsClear pathways for career growth and advancementSupportive and collaborative team environmentMeaningful work that impacts lives every dayCompetitive compensationFree continuing education opportunities401(k) with employer matchAs a Special Care Aide, You'll Contribute to Our Success By:Supporting new client admissions and Start of Care visitsProviding personal care assistance including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygienePreparing meals and assisting with daily living activitiesPerforming housekeeping and household supportAssisting with errands and transportation when appropriateMonitoring and reporting changes in client conditionMaintaining accurate documentation and visit recordsProviding coverage for open shifts, call-offs, and urgent staffing needsTraveling throughout the assigned service area to support clientsPromoting Elara Caring's mission and commitment to quality careWhat Is Required?High School Diploma or GED, where required by state regulationsMinimum six (6) months of experience caring for elderly or disabled individualsHome Health Aide, Personal Care Aide, Homemaker, CNA, MA, or similar certification where requiredBasic technology skills and comfort using mobile devices, apps, and electronic documentation systemsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsCompassionate, dependable, and patient-focused approachAbility to work independently and adapt to changing assignmentsReliable personal transportation, current registration, and auto insuranceAbility to travel throughout the assigned service areaAbility to lift at least 25 pounds and perform physical caregiving dutiesReady for Something Different?If you're looking for a caregiving role that offers flexibility, variety, paid travel, professional growth, and the opportunity to make an impact across your community, the Special Care Aide role may be the perfect fit.Join Elara Caring and grow your career while helping others live safely and comfortably at home.Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at & Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.
Worksite address
jackson, MI, 49201, US
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