Specialized Care Assistant / Experienced Caregiver Day, Night & Weekend Shift- Hickory, NC
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This posting states $15.50–$21 an hour. Open caregiver jobs in North Carolina post a median of $16.50 an hour, the middle half $15.38–$17.50, across 236 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Caregivers employed in North Carolina earn a median of $15.02 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Specialized Care Assistant / Experienced Caregiver – Hickory, NC
SYNERGY HomeCare in Conover is hiring experienced Specialized Care Assistants in Newton and surrounding areas. Specialized Care Assistant / Experienced Caregiver
We are seeking dependable, compassionate, experienced caregivers who are comfortable supporting clients with more complex care needs and who have consistent availability .
This position is best suited for experienced caregivers who are confident in providing hands-on personal care and supporting clients who may require a higher level of assistance.
Shifts We Are Recruiting For
We are specifically looking for caregivers who can consistently work one or more of the following:
7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Weekend shifts
PRN / fill-in availability
Please apply only for the shifts you can consistently work.
Specialized Care Assistant Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include:
Hands-on personal care and assistance with ADLs
Bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting assistance
Mobility and walking assistance
Assistance with transfers within the caregiver's authorized scope
Dementia and memory-care support
Support for clients with chronic conditions or increased care needs
Meal preparation
Light housekeeping
Medication reminders
Companionship and safety supervision
Transportation and errands when authorized
Following the client's individualized Care Plan
Observing and promptly reporting changes in a client's condition or needs to the office
Experience & Qualifications
We are looking for candidates with previous hands-on caregiving experience , particularly experience working with clients who require a higher level of assistance.
Preferred experience may include:
Dementia or Alzheimer's care
Hospice or end-of-life support
Parkinson's care
Stroke recovery support
Cancer care
Mobility limitations
Fall-risk clients
Extended-hour or overnight care
Other higher-needs home-care assignments
Applicants should be comfortable providing one-on-one care in a client's home and following established Care Plans and agency procedures.
Employment Screening Requirements
Employment with SYNERGY HomeCare in Conover is contingent upon successful completion of all required pre-employment screening, including:
- Criminal background check
- Drug screening
- Verification of required employment credentials and documentation
Applicants must successfully complete all required screening requirements before being cleared for client assignments.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for experienced caregivers who are:
Dependable and punctual
Professional and compassionate
Confident providing hands-on personal care
Comfortable working with clients who have higher care needs
Able to follow detailed Care Plans
Strong communicators
Able to maintain a consistent work schedule
Committed to providing safe, respectful, high-quality care
When applying, please provide your exact days and hours of availability and briefly describe your previous caregiving experience.
SYNERGY HomeCare in Conover
Serving families throughout our local community.
Are you looking for an impactful career? SYNERGY HomeCare, an independently owned and operated, award-winning agency, is seeking experienced caregivers who want to make a difference in their community. Experience the SYNERGY HomeCare difference, and feel valued in a purpose-driven career.
Do you
- Enjoy serving others?
- Have a big heart with a lot of love to share?
- Take charge with a warm smile?
If so, read on to learn more about working with SYNERGY HomeCare. As an experienced caregiver, you will have the opportunity to provide meaningful care to people of all ages and abilities, ensuring their well-being where they are happiest and most comfortable - in their own homes.
SYNERGY HomeCare offers
- Competitive pay (ADD PAY RANGE HERE)
- Direct deposit
- Paid orientation and ongoing training
- Time-and-a-half pay for overtime and holidays
- Flexible schedules and matching experienced caregivers with nearby clients
- Employee recognition programs
As an experienced caregiver with SYNERGY HomeCare, you will
- Provide attention to clients’ non-medical needs, including companionship and social engagement
- Assist client with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders
- Establish communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers
- Provide reliable care by being punctual and consistently covering shifts
Experienced caregiver benefits include
- (LIST ANY BENEFITS/PERKS HERE)
If you would like to join our outstanding team at SYNERGY HomeCare, apply today!
From SYNERGY HomeCare (Hickory, NC)'s job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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