Personal Care Assistant - PCA

Circle of Life Hospice; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Comprehensive health insurance

Education assistance up to $2,500 annually

Job summary

Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale, Arkansas, is seeking a compassionate Caregiver to provide companionship and assistance with daily activities. The role offers a minimum hourly rate of $16.50, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive health insurance for full-time staff.

Ideal candidates should demonstrate reliability and excellent interpersonal skills, possess a valid driver’s license, and have prior caregiving experience. Additional benefits include paid time off and education assistance.

Qualifications

• Prior caregiving experience preferred.
• Must have a valid and current driver’s license.
• Able to meet pre-employment screening criteria.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and sitting.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and other ADLs.
• Transport clients to appointments and events.

Skills

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Dependable work habits

Job description

Benefits

• Pay $16.50 minimum hourly rate.
• Annual increases based on performance.
• Matching of Caregiver and Client is completed by RN Manager using a needs and fit based analysis.
• Flexible scheduling and territory – choose assignments and coverage areas to fit your needs.
• Paid Time off for full and part‑time staff.
• Comprehensive and affordable health insurance for full‑time staff (30+ hours per week). Retirement plan offered to all staff.
• Paid drive time between clients, mileage paid while running errands or transporting clients.
• Education assistance up to $2,500 annually. PCA certification training offered twice per year at no cost. Continuing education for license maintenance.

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 a valid and current driver’s license or the ability to access reliable transportation. Able to meet pre‑employment screening criteria.

Specific Duties

• 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.