What does a day in this role look like? We are looking for hardworking and compassionate caregivers wanting to enhance their skills, continue their education, and advance their career! You will be working one-on-one in-h…
Skills: Personal care, Housekeeping, Documentation, Care planning, Peer mentoring
Location: Madison, WI Position: Full Time Compensation: $115-120,000 per year depending on qualifications Why Community Living Alliance? Community Living Alliance (CLA) is a nonprofit, community-based organization provid…
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Part-time
Structured pay increases, Paid travel time, Mileage reimbursement, Retirement account options, Pet insurance, AAA discount
Posted 21d ago
Apply by Oct 20
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The caregiver provides hands-on personal care and housekeeping services to clients with disabilities in their homes according to established care plans. They also document client changes, communicate with the care team, and act as a peer mentor for new hires.
Requirements
Candidates must be at least 18 years old, authorized to work in the U.S., and possess a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. The role requires the physical ability to lift 35 pounds and the willingness to work in various home environments, including weekends and holidays.
Full job description
What does a day in this role look like? We are looking for hardworking and compassionate caregivers wanting to enhance their skills, continue their education, and advance their career! You will be working one-on-one in-home with clients with disabilities to help them remain independent and comfortable in their own home. You will provide hands-on care, follow care plans, observe and document all client changes and cares. You will play an important role in ensuring that clients are provided with the best quality of care and remain a vital part of their community! If you are someone who has a passion for helping others and changing lives, this role is for you! This is a part-time position.
Why Community Living Alliance? Community Living Alliance (CLA) is a nonprofit, community-based organization providing services for older adults and persons with disabilities and chronic illnesses. We offer great autonomy, as well as personal and professional harmony.
CLA has been rated among the top 20% of employers on indeed for our Indeed Work Wellbeing Score.
CLA was recognized as an inclusive employer in Dane County in 2024 and in 2025!
Home Care Specialist Tasks (Including but not limited to):
Ensures continuity of care and meets clients’ immediate needs by providing personal care and housekeeping tasks to clients as outlined on each client’s care plan.
Respond to urgent service requests as directed to provide care to clients in their homes as outlined on each client’s care plan.
Communicates regularly with the Care Solutions team on the status of client care and provides appropriate and timely documentation of daily tasks and client care needs.
Comply with CLA policies and procedures and various program and government regulations and rules by providing clear, accurate, and timely documentation and charting of all required information.
Acts as a resource for current caregivers by functioning as a peer mentor for new caregiver hires and providing training and job shadow opportunities.
Benefits:
Structured Pay Increases
Starting wage $18.00/ hr
Increase at 6 months of employment to $18.50/hr
Increase at 1 year to $19.00/hr
Wage Differential – Differentials can be combined (if applicable)
$0.50/hr between 6am-8am
$0.50/hr after 5pm
$1/ hr extra for hours worked on weekends
Training Opportunities – Strongly encouraged training for career growth!
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance to serve clients throughout Dane County
Capable of lifting/moving/pushing/pulling 35 pounds
Work around environmental hazards such as odors, second-hand smoke, animals, cleaning supplies, adverse living conditions, etc.
Work every-other-weekend and holidays
Preferred:
Own a Smart Phone for Electronic Visit Verification (EVV)
1 Year of experience delivering personal cares in-home
CLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. CLA proudly celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusivity!
Community Living Alliance (CLA) is an organization providing services & community resources for all people with disabilities and for older adults.
Mission
Community Living Alliance (CLA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering people with disabilities or chronic illnesses and the elderly to live independently and with dignity. CLA partners with these individuals to acquire personal care and support services needed to promote their quality of life and self-determination.
Company Overview
Community Living Alliance (CLA) is a community-based, non-profit organization providing services and community resources for all people with disabilities and chronic illnesses and for older adults. CLA was founded by people with disabilities, health care professionals and concerned citizens. CLA’s history spans over two decades and is firmly rooted in supporting the values of the independent living philosophy.
The vision established then is still very much alive today. That vision is simply to improve access to services, develop responsive programs, listen to the voices of people with disabilities and older adults and honor the desire for independence and self-determination.
CLA is committed to designing programs and offering services that minimize the challenges faced by clients. CLA achieves this by providing services, such as personal care, chore services and service coordination, that support individuals living independently in their homes and communities.
Offices: 1414 MacArthur Road, Madison, WI 53714, US
Personal CareMeal PreparationHousekeepingGrocery ShoppingErrandsChoresMedication Remindersand Case ManagementHealth CareElder Care
Community Living Alliance (CLA) is an organization providing services & community resources for all people with disabilities and for older adults.
Mission
Community Living Alliance (CLA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering people with disabilities or chronic illnesses and the elderly to live independently and with dignity. CLA partners with these individuals to acquire personal care and support services needed to promote their quality of life and self-determination.
Company Overview
Community Living Alliance (CLA) is a community-based, non-profit organization providing services and community resources for all people with disabilities and chronic illnesses and for older adults. CLA was founded by people with disabilities, health care professionals and concerned citizens. CLA’s history spans over two decades and is firmly rooted in supporting the values of the independent living philosophy.
The vision established then is still very much alive today. That vision is simply to improve access to services, develop responsive programs, listen to the voices of people with disabilities and older adults and honor the desire for independence and self-determination.
CLA is committed to designing programs and offering services that minimize the challenges faced by clients. CLA achieves this by providing services, such as personal care, chore services and service coordination, that support individuals living independently in their homes and communities.
Offices: 1414 MacArthur Road, Madison, WI 53714, US
Personal CareMeal PreparationHousekeepingGrocery ShoppingErrandsChoresMedication Remindersand Case ManagementHealth CareElder Care