Compassionate Home Care Aide | Paid Training, Work-Life Balance

Area-Agency-On-Aging-of-Western-Arkansas,-Inc.; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; 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. is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Aide (PCA) to provide essential in-home support for clients in Fort Smith, AR.

You will assist with daily living activities, follow prescribed care plans, and help maintain independence, safety, and comfort at home. The ideal candidate may have a PCA training certificate; paid training, commute time reimbursement, and a supportive team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of a minimum 40-hour PCA training course is required.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and proof of state-required vehicle insurance.
• Smartphone with data plan required to perform functions.
• Experience in home health care preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Follow care plans and report changes to the staff nurse promptly.
• Provide personal care tasks including grooming, bathing, dressing, and hygiene.
• Assist with light housekeeping, shopping, meals, and nutrition.
• Aid with transferring, mobility, and safety during shifts.
• Seek emergency assistance if needed to protect patient safety.
• Maintain professional conduct and wear ID badge at all times.
• Attend training and use required care documentation apps.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Effective communication

Compassionate care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

40-hour PCA training

Tools

Paylocity

Authenticare

MatrixCare

HHAExchange

Carebridge

Job description

Area Agency on Aging of Western Arkansas, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Aide (PCA) to provide essential in-home support for clients in Fort Smith, AR.

You will assist with daily living activities, follow prescribed care plans, and help maintain independence, safety, and comfort at home. The ideal candidate may have a PCA training certificate; paid training, commute time reimbursement, and a supportive team environment are offered.