On-Call Float Caregiver

Senior Solutions; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed 30 hours/week

$500 sign-on bonus

Paid training

Paid travel time

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Direct deposit every week

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Senior Solutions Home Care is seeking an On-Call Float Caregiver (Lead Caregiver) to provide care wherever coverage is needed within the regional service area. You will support seniors in their homes and community settings.

This flexible role includes personal care, meal prep, light housekeeping, companionship, and start-of-care visits, with last-minute coverage and overflow assignments as needed. A minimum of 1 year of caregiving is preferred; CNA certification is required for CNA pay rate,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of professional caregiving experience preferred.
• CNA certification (active from the state of TN) required for CNA pay rate.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Reliable transportation.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days.
• Smartphone with active data service.
• Ability to pass required background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Personal care tasks, bathing, dressing, and toileting.
• Meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry.
• Companionship and daily living support.
• Start-of-care visits.
• Last-minute call-outs and shift coverage.
• Short-notice and overflow assignments.
• Supporting different clients and locations.

Skills

Communication

Responsiveness

Reliability

Education

CNA certification (TN active)

Job description

Why You'll Love This Role:

• 30 hours of guaranteed pay every week
• $16 / hour for non-certified caregiver ; $17 per hour for CNA
• +$1 / hour shift differential
• $500 sign-on bonus
• Paid weekly by direct deposit
• Paid Time off (PTO)
• Medical, dental & vision benefits
• 401(k)
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Paid training
• Paid travel time
• Higher travel compensation

About The Role:

The On-Call Float Caregiver (Lead Caregiver), is a flexible, dependable caregiver who provides care wherever coverage is needed within your regional service area. You'll support seniors and individuals who need assistance in their homes and community settings.

This role may include:

• Personal care tasks, bathing, dressing, and toileting
• Meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry
• Companionship and daily living support
• Start-of-care visits
• Last-minute call-outs and shift coverage
• Short-notice and overflow assignments
• Supporting different clients and locations

Communication & Reliability Are Key:

Because this is a flexible float position, strong communication and responsiveness are essential. We're looking for caregivers who:

• Respond promptly to calls, texts, and messages from the office
• Return office calls and messages in a timely manner
• Notify the office promptly about client concerns or changes
• Follow company call-put and attendance procedures
• Take ownership of their schedule and commitments

What Makes This Position Different:

This position is designed for caregivers who want guaranteed income and flexibility rather than the same client and schedule every day. You will need:

• Broad weekday availability
• 2 weekends per month availability
• Ability to respond quickly to shift assignments
• Reliable transportation
• Willingness to travel
• Strong attendance, dependability, and communication

Typical availability: Monday - Friday, 7AM - 8PM, plus 2 weekends per month, 7 AM - 8PM

You don't have to work the entire availability window every day. The key is being available, responsive and willing to accept qualifying assignments.

Normal service radius: 30 miles, with assignments potentially up to 50 miles

Senior Solutions Home Care is a leading independently owned non-medical home care agency dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to seniors and individuals in their homes and communities. We're going out team and would love for you to join us.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of professional caregiving experience preferred
• CNA certification (active from the state of TN) required for CNA pay rate
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance
• Reliable transportation
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days
• Smartphone with active data service
• Ability to pass required background checks and drug screening