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:
Department: Personal Care Services (PCS)
Employment Type: Part-Time, Hourly (~25 hours/week)
Job Summary
- Provides personal care and support services to elderly and/or disabled clients in their homes across multiple branch locations.
- Supports continuity of care by filling short-notice callouts, schedule gaps, and temporary assignments.
- Assignments are variable and may change based on client and branch needs.
- Requires compassion, reliability, flexibility, and adaptability.
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of caregiving experience.
- Active HHA certificate or CNA license required (Massachusetts).
- Alzheimer’s/Dementia certification preferred.
- Reliable transportation with valid license and insurance.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
Key Accountabilities
- Provide care to unstaffed or temporarily unassigned clients.
- Accept assignments on an on-call basis.
- Maintain at least 85% billable time.
- Assist with ADLs (bathing, grooming, hygiene).
- Perform meal prep, laundry, and light housekeeping.
- Run essential errands as needed.
- Report changes in client condition.
- Submit accurate documentation and timesheets.
- Follow all safety and compliance guidelines.
- Maintain HIPAA confidentiality.
- Support branch operations when not in the field.
Work Expectations
- Approximately 25 hours per week.
- Daytime hours (typically 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM).
- Schedule varies based on needs.
- Assignments may change with short notice.
- May require weekends and holidays.
Physical and Environmental Demands
- Ability to lift at least 25 lbs (more as needed).
- Frequent standing, bending, lifting, and reaching.
- Exposure to home environments and cleaning chemicals.
- Compliance with safety and health protocols.
Risk Exposure
- Low risk with potential exposure to infectious diseases.
Career Path
- Opportunity for growth into advanced or leadership roles within PCS.
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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
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