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At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

Special Care Aide SCA

_Kirksville, MO | PRN | Flexible Schedule_

Not Just a Caregiver. A Career Path.

At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens at home-where people feel most comfortable. Every day, our teams serve more than 60,000 patients nationwide, helping them remain safe, independent, and cared for in the place they call home.

As a Special Care Aide (SCA), you'll play a unique and critical role on our team. You'll be the first face many new clients see when they begin services with Elara Caring, helping create a positive experience from day one. Serve as a key connection between clients and the branch team, ensuring clear communication, timely updates, and a seamless care experience.

This is an ideal opportunity for experienced caregivers who enjoy variety, flexibility, travel, and the chance to broaden their skills while building a path toward leadership opportunities within Personal Care Services.

Grow Your Career With Us

Many of our leaders started as caregivers.

As a Special Care Aide, you'll gain valuable experience across multiple clients, situations, and service needs while working closely with branch leadership. This role provides a unique opportunity to expand your skills, demonstrate leadership potential, and prepare for future advancement opportunities within Elara Caring.

What We Offer

+ Flexible work available now

+ Paid mileage and travel time between client visits

+ Clear pathways for career growth and advancement

+ Supportive and collaborative team environment

+ Meaningful work that impacts lives every day

+ Competitive compensation

+ Free continuing education opportunities

+ 401(k) with employer match

As a Special Care Aide, You'll Contribute to Our Success By:

+ 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 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

What Is Required?

+ 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

Ready for Something Different?

If you're looking for a caregiving role that offers flexibility, variety, paid travel, professional growth, and the opportunity to make an impact across your community, the Special Care Aide role may be the perfect fit.

Join Elara Caring and grow your career while helping others live safely and comfortably at home.

_Equal Employment Opportunity_ _: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com._

_Pay & Benefit Information_ _: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at_ _https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits_

_EVerify_ _: Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed._

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