Caregiver Weekends

Circle of Life • Fayetteville, AR

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About The Position

Circle of Life Personal Care provides non-medical personal care services in Northwest Arkansas, applying the compassionate approach Circle of Life is known for. Caregivers support clients with services such as companionship, respite care, meal preparation, transportation, housekeeping, and assistance with activities of daily living. Assignments and coverage areas can be chosen to fit caregiver needs, and client matching considers both client needs and caregiver fit. The role offers flexible PRN scheduling and a starting pay of $16.50 per hour, with a weekend differential for work between 7 p.m. Friday and 7 a.m. Monday.

Circle of Life has provided hospice care to Northwest Arkansas for over 30 years. This role contributes to the organization’s newer personal care service in the community.

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.
• Be able to meet pre-employment screening criteria.

Nice To Haves

• Prior caregiving experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Starting pay of $16.50 per hour, with a weekend differential for work between 7 p.m. Friday and 7 a.m. Monday.
• Flexible PRN scheduling that can work around a class schedule.
• Ability to choose assignments and coverage areas to fit caregiver needs.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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