Compassionate Home Care Aide — Paid Training & Commute Time

Area Agency on Aging of Western Arkansas, Inc.; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Paid Commute Time

Work/Life Balance

Job summary

Area Agency on Aging of Western Arkansas, Inc. seeks a compassionate Personal Care Aide (PCA) to support clients in their homes in Fort Smith, Arkansas. You will assist with daily living activities, follow care plans, and help maintain independence and safety for seniors and individuals with special needs.

We offer paid training, paid commute time, and a Monday–Friday schedule with shifts not exceeding 8 hours, emphasizing work–life balance and professional development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 40-hour PCA training required.
• Valid driver\'s license and proof of insurance.
• Smartphone with data plan required.
• Previous home health care experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate with patients and staff.
• Compassionate and patient demeanor with commitment to quality care.
• Ability to assist with mobility and lifting.
• Background checks and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Follow patient care plans and report changes to staff nurse.
• Provide personal care tasks: grooming, bathing, dressing, hygiene.
• Assist with light household tasks and meal prep.
• Support patient mobility and transfers safely.
• Attend in-service training and maintain up-to-date skills.
• Maintain professional conduct and wear ID badge.
• Use required technology for documentation.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Effective communication

Empathetic

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

40-hour PCA training

Job description

Area Agency on Aging of Western Arkansas, Inc. seeks a compassionate Personal Care Aide (PCA) to support clients in their homes in Fort Smith, Arkansas. You will assist with daily living activities, follow care plans, and help maintain independence and safety for seniors and individuals with special needs.

We offer paid training, paid commute time, and a Monday–Friday schedule with shifts not exceeding 8 hours, emphasizing work–life balance and professional development within a supportive team.