Special Care Aide

Job Description Special Care Aide
- Shelby County, Texas

PRN
- On-Call Assignments as Needed

Alternating Weekends & Holidays

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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.

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.

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

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

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