Caregiver

Circle of Life•Bella Vista, AR

11d

About The Position

Circle of Life Personal Care provides non-medical care in Northwest Arkansas, applying the organization’s compassionate approach to services such as respite care, companionship, meal preparation, transportation, housekeeping, and assistance with activities of daily living. Caregivers may be matched with clients based on client needs and caregiver fit, and can choose assignments and coverage areas that suit their needs. The role offers flexible PRN scheduling and starts at $16.50 per hour, with a weekend differential for work between 7 p.m. Friday and 7 a.m. Monday. Caregivers support clients with companionship and daily activities, transportation and errands, meal preparation, light housekeeping, recreational activities, and medication reminders. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Prior caregiving experience is preferred.
Demonstrate compassion and the ability to build rapport with clients.
Be able to work independently and demonstrate dependable work habits.
Have excellent interpersonal skills.
Have a valid and current driver's license or access to reliable transportation.
Meet pre-employment screening criteria.

Nice To Haves

Prior caregiving experience.

Responsibilities

Provide companionship and sitting.
Assist clients with bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and other activities of daily living.
Transport and assist clients to appointments.
Run errands and transport clients to events.
Prepare meals.
Assist with light housekeeping.
Assist clients with recreational activities such as crafting, letter writing, and exercising.
Provide medication reminders.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Starting pay of $16.50 per hour.
Weekend differential for working between 7 p.m. Friday and 7 a.m. Monday.
Flexible PRN scheduling.
Ability to choose assignments and coverage areas.
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.