Caregiver Weekends

Circle of Life • Springdale, AR

3d

About The Position

Circle of Life Personal Care provides non-medical personal care services in Northwest Arkansas, extending the compassionate approach Circle of Life has brought to hospice care for more than 30 years. Services include respite care, companionship, meal preparation, transportation, housekeeping, assistance with activities of daily living, and more. Caregivers may select assignments and coverage areas that fit their needs, with client matching based on client needs and caregiver fit. Flexible PRN scheduling may accommodate a class schedule. Starting pay is $16.50 per hour, with a weekend differential for work between 7 p.m. Friday and 7 a.m. Monday.

Requirements

• 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 is preferred.

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 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, with a weekend differential for qualifying weekend hours.
• Flexible PRN scheduling that can work around a class schedule.
• Choice of 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 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed