Special Care Aide

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 - Galveston, Texas

PRN - On-Call Assignments as Needed

Alternating Weekends & Holidays

• At Elara Caring, we believe the best care happens at home—where people feel most comfortable. That’s why our compassionate teams serve over 60,000 patients every day, right where they live. As a Special Care Aide, you’ll play a key role in leading a team of dedicated caregivers, making a real impact in the lives of our patients.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and help others thrive, we’d love to have you on our team.

Why Join the Elara Caring Mission? At Elara Caring, we believe in supporting those who care for others. When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate, purpose-driven organization committed to making a real difference.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment

• A meaningful opportunity to positively impact lives every day

• Competitive compensation packages

• Free continuing education opportunities for all team members

• Clear paths for career growth and advancement

• 401(K) with employer match

As the Special Care Aide, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:

• Align all actions with Elara Caring’s mission and leadership vision.

• Provide hands-on personal care including bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, and dressing

• Assist with meal and snack preparation

• Perform housekeeping such as laundry, cleaning bathrooms, wiping surfaces, and mopping

• Support clients with errands and essential shopping

• Observe and report medication compliance or concerns to the supervisor

• Escort or transport clients to appointments when approved

• Monitor client condition and report any changes to the plan of care

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, timesheets, and reports

• Accept short-term, on-call assignments with flexibility

• Assist with general branch office duties when not providing direct care

• Promote Elara Caring’s mission, values, and commitment to quality care

What is Required?

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Minimum of 2 years providing care to elderly and/or disabled individuals in a home or healthcare setting

• Compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused

• Strong communication skills and professional demeanor

• Organized, flexible, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

• Reliable transportation required

• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs, ability to sit, stand, bend, and move intermittently

• Capable of working in a mentally demanding, high-stress environment

You will report to the Care Team Supervisor/Field Supervisor/Branch Manager.

This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities ; a full job description will be provided.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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 View email address on click.appcast.io.

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 _

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