Care Team Supervisor

Elara Caring; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement for full-time

Free continuing education for all team

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

401(K) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Pet insurance

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Care Team Supervisor for our Personal Care Services to lead a team of caregivers, coordinate schedules, and ensure high-quality home-based care for clients in the Des Plaines area.

The role is full-time and on-site, with a Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–5:00 PM schedule. A strong background in healthcare operations, documentation, and leadership is essential to drive patient outcomes and branch growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with elderly or disabled populations preferred.
• Five (5) years of experience in a fast-paced office or healthcare environment preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency and documentation skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and motivational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule personal care services, including coverage for planned and unplanned absences.
• Maintain accurate client service records, plans of care, caregiver schedules, and required documentation.
• Review and manage service authorizations and contract-specific requirements.
• Monitor reports to ensure accuracy in billing, payroll, utilization, and service delivery.
• Support branch growth initiatives and operational planning efforts.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with all licensures, payer, contract, and regulatory standards.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to caregivers to promote performance and engagement.
• Ensure caregiver compliance with required trainings, certifications, health assessments, and in-services.
• Conduct caregiver orientations as required.
• Collaborate with payroll and timekeeping teams.
• Monitor daily service delivery to ensure adequate caregiver availability and coverage.
• Monitor systems to confirm authorizations align with scheduled services and Review utilization reports.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with caregivers, clients, case managers, and leadership.
• Represent Elara Caring in a professional and positive manner within the community.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned to support team and organizational success.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Scheduling

Communication

Documentation

Bilingual (optional)

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Care Team Supervisor, Personal Care Services

Full-Time | On-Site | Monday-Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM

Salary Range $22-25

At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens at home—where people feel most comfortable. That’s why our compassionate teams serve over 60,000 patients every day, right where they live. As a Care Team Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in leading a team of dedicated caregivers, making a real impact in the lives of our patients.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and help others thrive, we’d love to have you on our team.

Why Join the Elara Caring Mission? At Elara Caring, we believe in supporting those who care for others. When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate, purpose-driven organization committed to making a real difference.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• A meaningful opportunity to positively impact lives every day
• Competitive compensation packages
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time employees
• Free continuing education opportunities for all team members
• Clear paths for career growth and advancement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(K) with employer match
• Generous paid time off, including holidays and family/pet bereavement
• Pet insurance for your furry family members

As the Care Team Supervisor, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:

• Coordinate and schedule personal care services, including coverage for planned and unplanned absences
• Maintain accurate client service records, plans of care, caregiver schedules, and required documentation
• Review and manage service authorizations and contract-specific requirements
• Monitor reports to ensure accuracy in billing, payroll, utilization, and service delivery
• Support branch growth initiatives and operational planning efforts
• Ensure ongoing compliance with all licensures, payer, contract, and regulatory standards
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to caregivers to promote performance and engagement
• Ensure caregiver compliance with required trainings, certifications, health assessments, and in-services
• Conduct caregiver orientations as required
• Collaborate with payroll and timekeeping teams
• Monitor daily service delivery to ensure adequate caregiver availability and coverage
• Monitor systems to confirm authorizations align with scheduled services and Review utilization reports
• Communicate professionally and effectively with caregivers, clients, case managers, and leadership
• Represent Elara Caring in a professional and positive manner within the community
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned to support team and organizational success

What is Required?

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience working with elderly or disabled populations preferred
• Five (5) years of experience in a fast-paced office or healthcare environment preferred
• Working knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and home care operations preferred
• Strong computer proficiency and documentation skills
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong leadership, coaching, and motivational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Bilingual fluency (Spanish, Mandarin/Cantonese, Russian, or Portuguese) may be required based on location
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel locally and occasionally to support audits or operational needs

You will report to Care Team Manager, Lead, Branch Director, or Regional Branch Director.