Specialized Caregiver in Jacksonville Richlands Beulaville NC

Synergy HomeCare; Richlands (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay starting at $14/hr

Direct deposit weekly

Paid training

Time-and-a-half pay for holidays and O

Flexible schedules

Employee recognition programs

Bonus opportunities available

Job summary

SYNERGY HomeCare is seeking Specialized Caregivers to support clients with high-acuity needs in Beulaville, Richlands, and Kenansville areas. You will perform non-medical personal care, assist with daily activities, and provide emotional support to clients and families.

Qualified caregivers have experience with cognitive/advanced conditions, receive paid training, and benefit from flexible schedules and opportunities for bonus programs.

Qualifications

• Specialized Caregivers are selected based on experience and training.
• Must be able to care for clients with cognitive or complex physical conditions.
• Caregivers provide safety, dignity, and independence in daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced personal care and support for high-acuity clients.
• Perform Companion Care and PCA tasks with enhanced attention to cognitive/medical needs.
• Maintain safety, dignity, and independence for clients in daily routines.
• Document observations and report changes to the office per policy.

Skills

Specialized caregiving

Non-medical care

Companion care

PCA experience

Job description

SYNERGY HomeCare, Beulaville/Richlands/Kenansville

Specialized Caregiver Service Description

Purpose

The Specialized Caregiver provides advanced non-medical personal care and support for clients with cognitive or complex physical conditions requiring a higher level of experience, observation, and compassionate care. These caregivers are selected based on their experience, ability to care for clients with specialized needs and additional training, while promoting safety, dignity, comfort, and overall independence.

Specialized Caregivers perform all Companion Care and Personal Care Assistant (PCA) services, while providing additional support for clients with chronic illnesses, advanced dementia, hospice support, stroke recovery, cancer, Parkinson's disease, and other high-acuity conditions.

Specialized Care Services

Advanced Personal Care

• All Companion Care and PCA services
• Bed-bound client care and frequent repositioning
• Complex transfers and mobility assistance using approved equipment
• Assistance with pressure injury prevention through repositioning and skin care
• Skin observation and reporting concerns to the office
• Assistance with advanced incontinence care

Dementia & Alzheimer's Care

• Provide compassionate care for clients with memory impairment
• Utilize de-escalation and redirection techniques
• Maintain structured daily routines
• Reduce environmental triggers that may easily increase anxiety or confusion
• Encourage cognitive stimulation through appropriate activities
• Monitor for wandering risks and maintain client safety
• Provide reassurance during periods of confusion, anxiety or agitation

Chronic Illness & High-Acuity Support

Assist clients living with conditions such as:

• Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
• Stroke recovery
• Parkinson's disease
• Multiple sclerosis (MS)
• ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease)
• Cancer
• Heart failure
• Diabetes
• Hospice and end-of-life support
• COPD
• Other chronic or progressive illnesses requiring enhanced assistance

Mobility & Safety

• Fall prevention interventions
• Safe ambulation assistance
• Proper body mechanics during transfers
• Wheelchair assistance
• Monitoring for changes in endurance and mobility
• Assistance with prescribed home exercise programs, as directed by therapy professionals

Nutrition & Hydration

• Meal planning and preparation
• Feeding assistance when appropriate
• Monitor food and fluid intake
• Encourage proper hydration
• Report changes in appetite or swallowing concerns to the office

Family Support

• Provide emotional support to clients and family members
• Reinforce established care plans
• Communicate observations and concerns to the office promptly
• Assist families in maintaining a calm, supportive environment

Documentation

• Accurately document all care provided
• Report changes in physical, cognitive, emotional, or environmental conditions immediately
• Follow all care plans, agency policies, HIPAA regulations, infection prevention practices, and safety standards

Specialized Caregiver Service Limitations

Although Specialized Caregivers provide care for clients with higher-acuity needs, they remain non-medical caregivers and do not perform skilled nursing services.

Specialized Caregivers do not:

• Administer medications or injections
• Perform sterile wound care or dressing changes
• Insert or irrigate Foley catheters
• Perform tracheostomy care
• Administer tube feedings
• Start or manage IV therapy
• Adjust oxygen settings
• Perform skilled nursing assessments
• Accept physician orders
• Perform any task requiring a licensed healthcare professional

Specialized Caregivers may assist with routine, non-skilled support around existing medical equipment (such as emptying a Foley catheter drainage bag or providing observation and reporting), in accordance with state regulations, agency policy, and the client's care plan.

Reliable transportation is required.

SYNERGY HomeCare Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $14/hr
• Direct deposit weekly
• Paid training
• Time-and-a-half pay for holidays and overtime
• Flexible schedules and matching caregivers with nearby clients
• Employee retention and recognition programs
• Bonus opportunities available

Our Commitment

At SYNERGY HomeCare, our Specialized Caregivers provide exceptional support for clients facing more complex health challenges. Through advanced training, compassion, patience, and professionalism, they help clients remain safe, comfortable, and independent while giving families confidence and peace of mind during every stage of care.

We are seeking caregivers to join our independently owned and operated national agency. We would love to have you on our team.