Travel Care Specialist — Flexible Shifts & Growth Path

Elara Caring; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

Career growth

Supportive team

Meaningful work

Competitive pay

Education opportunities

401(k)

Job summary

Elara Caring in Abilene, Texas, is seeking a Special Care Aide (SCA) to join our home health team on a PRN, flexible schedule.

As an SCA, you will provide personal care, assist with daily living activities, prepare meals, and support admissions while traveling across the service area. This role offers growth potential, mileage reimbursement, education opportunities, and a collaborative environment that values compassionate, client-centered care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required by state regulations.
• Minimum six 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

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Home Health Aide / CNA certification

Job description

Elara Caring in Abilene, Texas, is seeking a Special Care Aide (SCA) to join our home health team on a PRN, flexible schedule.

As an SCA, you will provide personal care, assist with daily living activities, prepare meals, and support admissions while traveling across the service area. This role offers growth potential, mileage reimbursement, education opportunities, and a collaborative environment that values compassionate, client-centered care.