Caregiver/PCA | $19+/hr DOE| Anchorage

BrightStar Care - Anchorage; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time scheduling

Mileage reimbursement

Weekly pay

Free training and continuing education

RN oversight and support

Employee referral bonus

Mobile scheduling and timekeeping app

Employee recognition programs

Opportunities for additional shifts

Job summary

BrightStar Care of Anchorage is hiring Part-time Caregivers to provide compassionate in-home care across the Anchorage area. This role is ideal for experienced caregivers seeking supplemental income with flexible scheduling.

As a part-time caregiver, you’ll work in clients’ homes with assignments varying by client needs, scheduling, and availability. Mileage reimbursement is provided for eligible travel, and weekly pay is offered with direct deposit.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Willingness to travel to client homes throughout the Anchorage area.
• Ability to work independently and follow an established plan of care.
• Strong communication skills and tech-savvy with a smartphone.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting and personal care.
• Support walking, transfers, positioning, and mobility needs.
• Provide companionship and help with daily activities.
• Assist with meal prep and feeding as needed.
• Give medication reminders as permitted and document care provided.
• Perform light housekeeping and transport clients to appointments.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Valid driver's license

Strong communication

Independent worker

Smartphone scheduling

Education

CNA certification

CPR certification

Job description

Part-time Caregiver | $19-25/Hour DOE | Anchorage

Flexible Schedule | Mileage Reimbursement | Weekly Pay

Looking for a flexible caregiving position where you can make a difference without committing to a full-time schedule?

BrightStar Care of Anchorage is hiring Part-time Caregivers to provide compassionate, dependable in-home care to clients throughout the Anchorage area.

This position is ideal for experienced caregivers looking for supplemental income, flexible scheduling, or opportunities to pick up additional shifts based on their availability.

As a part-time caregiver, you'll provide care in clients' homes, with assignments varying based on client needs, scheduling demands, and your availability. Hours are scheduled based on client/caregiver fit, availability and willingness to travel to clients’ homes. Mileage reimbursement is provided for eligible work-related travel.

Whether you're looking for a few shifts each week, additional hours when your schedule allows, or some extra work before the holidays, we'd love to hear from you!

What We Offer

At BrightStar Care, we know great care starts with great caregivers. We provide the support, training, and resources you need to do your job well.

• Flexible part-time/as needed scheduling based on client needs and your availability
• Mileage reimbursement for eligible work-related travel
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Free training and continuing education
• RN oversight and support
• Employee referral bonus
• Mobile access to scheduling, timekeeping, and care documentation
• Employee recognition programs
• Opportunities for additional shifts as client needs arise

What You’ll Do

Depending on each client's individualized plan of care, responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and other personal care needs
• Supporting clients with walking, transfers, positioning, and mobility
• Providing companionship and assistance with daily activities
• Preparing meals and assisting with feeding when needed
• Providing medication reminders as permitted
• Performing light housekeeping and linen changes
• Providing transportation to appointments, activities, or shopping when assigned
• Observing and reporting changes in a client's condition
• Accurately documenting care provided
• Supporting each client's safety, dignity, privacy, and independence

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for dependable, compassionate caregivers who are comfortable working independently in clients' homes and can adapt to different care needs and environments.

Required:

• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license
• Willingness to travel to client homes throughout the Anchorage area
• Dependable attendance and strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and follow an established plan of care
• Ability to use a smartphone for scheduling, timekeeping, and care documentation
• Ability to meet required employment health and safety screenings

Preferred:

• Previous caregiving, PCA, or CNA experience
• Experience assisting with personal care, mobility, transfers, and activities of daily living
• Current CNA certification or CPR certification

Physical Requirements

This is a hands-on caregiving position. Caregivers must be able to perform essential job duties, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and assisting clients with mobility and personal care.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation, and use appropriate equipment and safe transfer techniques as required by the client's care plan.

About BrightStar Care

BrightStar Care of Anchorage provides high-quality, compassionate in-home care with the support and oversight of our nursing team. We’re proud to uphold A Higher Standard of Care and to be recognized as:

• Enterprise Champion for Quality – 8 Years Running
• HomeCare Pulse Employer of Choice
• Joint Commission Accredited

Every BrightStar Care location is independently owned and operated.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BrightStar Care of Anchorage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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