Salary Caregiver

Position: Staff Caregiver 

Employment type: Salaried, Full-time 

Schedule Expectations: Available from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday  

Position Overview 

The Staff Caregiver provides high-quality care and support to clients while serving as a reliable resource for coverage during daytime hours. This role plays a key part in maintaining client satisfaction, supporting field operations, and ensuring a smooth transition when new services begin. Staff Caregivers are expected to work independently, handle complex client care situations, and assist with training other caregivers when needed.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Remain available daily from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm to cover open or emergency shifts as assigned 

• Work a minimum of 20-25 hours per week caregiving 

• Take the lead on first-time shifts with new clients, ensuring smooth services and documenting any care needs or concerns 

• Provide care for more complex or challenging clients as assigned by the office  

• Deliver high quality, compassionate, and consistent care in alignment with SYNERGY HomeCare of Central IL standards  

• Provide one-on-one or in-field training to caregivers as needed for specific clients or care plans 

• Assist caregivers who may need additional support to meet client needs safely and effectively  

• If not dispatched to a client shift by 9:00 am, report to the office 

• Assist with basic office tasks, which may include  

• Answering incoming calls 

• Making copies or preparing caregiver/client materials 

• Supporting scheduling or administrative tasks 

• Assisting with other duties as assigned by the office team  

Qualifications  

• Previous caregiving experience required; CNA or comparable experience preferred  

• Ability to handle challenging client situations with professionalism and patience  

• Strong communication skills and ability to train others effectively  

• Reliable, punctual, and adaptable to changing daily assignments 

• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel to client homes as needed  

• Ability to safely assist clients with mobility, transfers, and Activities of Daily Living (ADLS) 

• Ability to lift up to 25lbs and stand, walk or bend for extended periods of tim