Special Care Aide: Flexible Schedule & Growth Path

Elara Caring; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid mileage and travel time

Career growth opportunities

401(k) with employer match

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Special Care Aide in Abilene with flexible PRN scheduling to support client admissions and daily living activities. You prepare meals, assist with mobility and personal care, and travel across the service area to support clients in home care settings.

Join a team that values growth and offers paid mileage, travel time, and ongoing education opportunities as you expand skills and advance within Elara Caring.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, where required by state regulations.
• Minimum six (6) months of experience caring for elderly or disabled individuals.
• Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide, Homemaker, CNA, MA, or similar certification where required.
• Basic technology skills and comfort using mobile devices, apps, and electronic documentation systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing assignments.
• Reliable personal transportation, current registration, and auto insurance.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned service area.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds and perform physical caregiving duties.

Responsibilities

• Supporting new client admissions and Start of Care visits.
• Providing personal care assistance including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene.
• Preparing meals and assisting with daily living activities.
• Performing light housekeeping and household support.
• Assisting with errands and transportation when appropriate.
• Monitoring and reporting changes in client condition.
• Maintaining accurate documentation and visit records.
• Providing coverage for open shifts, call-offs, and urgent staffing needs.
• Traveling throughout the assigned service area to support clients.
• Promoting Elara Caring's mission and commitment to quality care.

Skills

High School Diploma or GED

6 months experience caregiving

Certification: HHA/PCA/CNA/MA

Tech savvy with mobile devices

Strong communication

Reliable transportation

Ability to lift 25 pounds

Education

Home Health Aide Certification

CNA/MA certification

Tools

Electronic documentation systems

Mobile apps

Job description

Elara Caring is seeking a Special Care Aide in Abilene with flexible PRN scheduling to support client admissions and daily living activities. You prepare meals, assist with mobility and personal care, and travel across the service area to support clients in home care settings.

Join a team that values growth and offers paid mileage, travel time, and ongoing education opportunities as you expand skills and advance within Elara Caring.