Caregiver

Circle of Life; Municipio de Bella Vista; On-site; ARS 28,966,000 - 41,255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $16.50/hour

Weekend differential

Flexible PRN scheduling

Annual increases based on performance

Caregiver/client matching

Paid drive time between clients

Mileage paid for errands

Education assistance up to $2,500/year

Certification support (PCA/CNA)

Continuing education opportunities

Paid time off

Health insurance for full-time

Job summary

Circle of Life Personal Care is seeking caring caregivers to provide non-medical support in Northwest Arkansas. You will offer companionship, assist with daily activities, and help with transportation for appointments and events.

We value compassionate, dependable individuals with a valid driver's license who can work independently and pass screening. Education assistance, benefits for full-time staff, and opportunity for certification support are offered.

Qualifications

• Prior caregiving experience preferred.
• Must have valid and current driver's license or reliable transportation.
• Must meet pre-employment screening criteria.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and sitting.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and other ADLs.
• Transport to appointments and run errands.
• Meal preparation and light housekeeping assistance.
• Offer recreational activities and memory aids as needed.
• Provide medication reminders and monitor well-being.

Skills

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Dependable work habits

Driver's license

Independent worker

Education

PCA or CNA certifications

Job description

Caregiving At Circle Of Life Is Different.......Our Caregivers Are Rewarded With Options You Will Only Find In a Reputable Organization Such As Circle Of Life. Some Of These Options Include

• Starting pay of $16.50/hour with a weekend differential for working between 7pm Friday through 7am Monday.
• Flexible PRN scheduling that can work around your schedule
• Choose assignments and coverage areas that fit your needs
• Annual increases based on performance
• Caregiver/client matching based on client needs and caregiver fit
• Paid drive time between clients
• Mileage paid while running errands or transporting clients
• Education assistance up to $2,500 annually for employees meeting requirements
• Support available for obtaining PCA or CNA certifications
• Continuing education opportunities for license maintenance
• Paid time off for full-time and part-time employees
• Comprehensive and affordable health insurance for full-time employees working qualified hours
• Retirement plan available to all staff

Caregiver Qualifications

Prior caregiving experience preferred. Demonstrates compassion and an ability to build rapport with clients. Able to work independently and demonstrate dependable work habits. Excellent interpersonal skills. Must have valid and current driver's license or the ability to access reliable transportation. Able to meet pre-employment screening criteria.

Specific Duties May Include

• Companionship and sitting.
• Assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming and other ADL's.
• Transportation and assistance to appointments.
• Errand running and transportation to events.
• Meal preparation
• Assisting with light housekeeping
• Assisting with recreational tasks such as crafting, letter writing, exercising etc.
• Medication reminders
• Other duties as assigned.

Circle of Life Personal Care has launched in Northwest Arkansas to serve those needing non-medical care. Circle of Life Personal Care will apply the compassionate approach we are known for to a variety of Personal Care services including respite care, companionship, meal preparation, transportation, housekeeping, ADL assistance, and more. Circle of Life has provided exceptional hospice care to Northwest Arkansas for over 30 years. We are honored to offer another much-needed service to our community through Circle of Life Personal Care.