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AccentCare

Caregiver - In-Home Care

Burnet, TX · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Competitive Pay - $18 - $20 hourly for part-time non-float caregivers * $21 - $23 hourly for full-time float caregivers * Life Insurance * Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees

AccentCare

Caregiver - In-Home Care

Manchaca, TX · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Competitive Pay - $18 - $20 hourly for part-time non-float caregivers * $21 - $23 hourly for full-time float caregivers * Life Insurance * Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees

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AccentCare, Inc.

Caregiver - In-Home Care

Jarrell, TX · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Competitive Pay - $18 - $20 hourly for part-time non-float caregivers * $21 - $23 hourly for full-time float caregivers * Life Insurance * Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees

AccentCare

Caregiver - In-Home Care

Creedmoor, TX · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Competitive Pay - $18 - $20 hourly for part-time non-float caregivers * $21 - $23 hourly for full-time float caregivers * Life Insurance * Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees

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AccentCare

Caregiver - In-Home Care

Dripping Springs, TX · On-site

$23/hr

Competitive Pay - $21 hourly for part-time non-float caregivers * $23 hourly for full-time float caregivers * Life Insurance * Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees * Optional ...

AccentCare, Inc.

Caregiver - In-Home Care

Burnet, TX · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Competitive Pay - $18 - $20 hourly for part-time non-float caregivers * $21 - $23 hourly for full-time float caregivers * Life Insurance * Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees

AccentCare

Caregiver - In-Home Care

Beaumont, TX · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Competitive Pay - $18 - $20 hourly for part-time non-float caregivers * $21 - $23 hourly for full-time float caregivers * Life Insurance * Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees

AccentCare, Inc.

Caregiver - In-Home Care

Waco, TX · On-site

$16/hr

Competitive Pay - $13-$15 hourly for part-time or as needed non-float caregivers * $16 hourly for full-time float caregivers * Life Insurance * Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible ...

AccentCare

Caregiver - In-Home Care

Leander, TX · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Competitive Pay - $18 - $20 hourly for part-time non-float caregivers * $21 - $23 hourly for full-time float caregivers * Life Insurance * Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees

AccentCare

Caregiver - In-Home Care

Taylor, TX · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Competitive Pay - $18 - $20 hourly for part-time non-float caregivers * $21 - $23 hourly for full-time float caregivers * Life Insurance * Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees

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How much do float caregiver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for float caregiver in the United States is $15.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $16.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Float Caregiver vs Home Health Aide?

AspectFloat CaregiverHome Health Aide
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, optional state-specific trainingCPR, First Aid, state-certified training
Work EnvironmentVarious clients and settings, flexible assignmentsPrimarily in clients' homes, consistent environment
Employer & Industry UsageHome care agencies, hospitals, senior careHome care agencies, hospitals, senior care
Search & Comparison IntentFlexible, varied assignments, adaptable rolesConsistent routine, specific patient care

Float Caregivers provide flexible, short-term coverage across multiple settings, often with varied clients. Home Health Aides typically work in one client's home with a consistent routine. Both roles require similar certifications, but Float Caregivers enjoy more variety, while Home Health Aides focus on ongoing, personalized care.

How does a float caregiver manage transitioning between different clients and care environments?

As a Float Caregiver, you'll regularly move between various clients and care settings, such as private homes or assisted living facilities. This requires strong adaptability and quick learning to understand each client's unique care plan, preferences, and household routines. Effective communication with permanent staff members and clear documentation are essential to ensure continuity of care. While the frequent transitions can be challenging, they also provide valuable experience and exposure to diverse care situations, which can enhance your skills and career progression in the caregiving field.

What is a float caregiver?

Float caregivers are professional caregivers who are not assigned to a single client, resident, or location. Instead, they move between different units, clients, or facilities as needed, filling in for other staff members who are unavailable or when there is increased demand. This role requires flexibility, adaptability, and a broad knowledge of caregiving tasks because float caregivers may work with a variety of people with different needs. They are essential in ensuring that care standards are maintained even during staff shortages or special circumstances.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a float caregiver?

To thrive as a Float Caregiver, you need a solid understanding of personal care, basic medical knowledge, and flexibility in adapting to various care environments, often supported by a high school diploma and relevant caregiver certification. Familiarity with patient documentation systems, mobility aids, and basic first aid procedures is typically required. Strong communication, empathy, and the ability to quickly build rapport with clients and staff help float caregivers excel in ever-changing assignments. These skills ensure consistent, high-quality care and smooth transitions for clients across different settings.
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Infographic showing various Float Caregiver job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 39% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,380 per year, or $15.1 per hour.

Caregiver 40 hours Guaranteed

Senior Helpers - Madison

Madison, WI

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Senior Helpers Madison is growing and needs to add another caregiver float to our staff!

If you are a SKILLED CAREGIVER that is looking for a full-time position with guaranteed hours, this might be the position for you.

Senior Helpers caregivers work one-on-one with clients and independently in the clients’ homes.

Senior Helpers caregivers get the best of both worlds, work independently, yet still have the 24/7 support and guidance of our attentive and dedicated office staff.

Even though our caregivers work independently, they are still part of the Senior Helpers Community – a unique and special place where caregivers can come for support, guidance, training, networking, FUN, and more.

Being a float caregiver for Senior Helpers is a very important role. You are guaranteed 40 hours a week and play a large role in helping to fulfill our clients’ needs.

Come join our team and be part of something special!!

Caregiver responsibilities/duties: (may include any of the following)

  • Companionship and conversation
  • Light housekeeping
  • Walking/wheelchair assistance
  • Errands/Transportation of clients
  • Meal planning and preparation/eating assistance
  • Laundry and linen changing
  • Bathing assistance/dressing assistance/toileting
  • Medication reminders
  • Monitoring of Alzheimer’s/Dementia clients
  • Assist client to/from bed

Requirements:

You must be an experienced caregiver, with either a CNA or 2 or more years of care giving experience.

Be able to provide reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance.

You must be available and ready to take shifts. And have availability of 12 hours throughout the day  

Be available and ready to accept assignments with less than one-hour notification.

Be willing and able to travel to either side of Madison and outlying areas.

Complete a criminal background check, DMV check, and drug screen.

Benefits:

Benefits package including medical, PTO, paid training, we also offer little to no cast supplemental insurance options at a discounted rate including accident, dental, long term disability and more. 

• Get paid whenever you need with wages on demand via ZayZoon. No need to wait until payday!

• We are partnered with ZayZoon, an employee benefit that gives you instant access to your wages ahead of payday.

Visit www.seniorhelpersmadison.com to learn more, and fill out an online application by clocking here:

http://www.seniorhelpers.com/madisonwi/caregivers/caregiver-application

Check out our Facebook to learn more about us!

https://www.facebook.com/pg/seniorhelpersmadison/jobs/?ref=page_internal

Feel free to stop by our office to meet our staff! We would love to meet you!!

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