Personal Care Assistant (PCA) / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Caregiver
Independence at Home Homecare is seeking compassionate, dependable, and caring Personal Care Assistants (PCAs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and caregivers to provide non-medical, in-home care services throughout the River Valley area.
We are based in Van Buren, Arkansas, and provide services within approximately a 50-mile radius, including communities throughout the surrounding River Valley area.
The PCA/CNA/Caregiver will assist clients with activities of daily living while promoting independence, dignity, safety, and comfort in the client's home.
This is a non-skilled, in-home caregiving position. Employees provide services according to the client's care plan, agency policies, and applicable Arkansas regulations. This position does not include independent nursing services or duties outside the employee's authorized scope of practice.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE SELECT YOUR SHIFT(S) OF INTEREST WHEN APPLYING
APPLICANTS MAY SELECT MORE THAN ONE SHIFT OPPORTUNITY.
When applying, please indicate the letter(s) of every shift or location you are interested in working. You may select multiple shifts if you have availability for more than one opportunity.
Example: A, C, F, and J
Please review the available opportunities below and include the corresponding letter(s) in your application.
AVAILABLE SHIFT OPPORTUNITIES:
A — Fort Smith: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
B — Fort Smith: Monday–Friday, flexible hours
C — Alma: Weekends: 2:15 PM–6:00 PM
D — Mountainburg: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
E — Van Buren: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
F — Charleston: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
G — Weekends: Flexible hours and locations
Again, applicants may select MORE THAN ONE shift opportunity. Please identify all shift letters that match your availability and interest.
RESPONSIBILITIES
PCA/CNA/Caregiver responsibilities may include:
- Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting
- Assist with mobility, transfers, ambulation, and positioning
- Provide medication reminders only; medication administration is not part of this position unless specifically authorized and permitted by applicable regulations and agency policy
- Prepare light meals and assist with feeding as needed
- Perform light housekeeping related to the client's care, including laundry, dishes, cleaning, bed making, and maintaining a safe environment
- Provide companionship and emotional support
- Assist with errands and transportation (limited)
- Encourage client independence and participation in daily activities whenever possible
- Follow the client's established care plan and agency policies
- Observe and report changes in the client's condition, behavior, safety, or needs to the appropriate supervisor
- Maintain client privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and respect at all times
- Provide dependable and consistent care according to the assigned schedule
- Communicate professionally with clients, families, supervisors, and members of the care team
- Complete required documentation and reporting according to agency policy
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- PCA and/or CNA experience is preferred, but not required
- Previous home care, personal care, caregiving, or direct-care experience is preferred but not required for all positions
- Compassionate, patient, respectful, and dependable
- Ability to work independently in a client's home
- Ability to follow care plans, instructions, agency policies, and applicable regulations
- Reliable transportation to and from client homes required
- Valid driver's license required
- Must be able to pass required Arkansas state and federal background checks
- Must be able to lift, push, pull, or assist with up to 50 pounds as needed
- Must be able to safely assist with mobility and transfers when required by the client's care needs
- Strong communication and observation skills
- Ability to maintain professionalism and client confidentiality
- Ability to work reliably and arrive on time for scheduled shifts
- Flexibility to work with different clients, schedules, and care needs as assigned
TRAINING & COMPLIANCE
- All required agency training must be completed before providing care
- Employees must follow all applicable agency policies, procedures, training requirements, and client care plans
- Annual training is required
BENEFITS
- Competitive pay
- Part-time and full-time opportunities
- Ongoing training and support
- Opportunities for advancement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
Benefits may vary based on employment status.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
This position is ideal for compassionate individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients and families in their community.
As a PCA, CNA, or caregiver, you have the opportunity to help clients remain safe, comfortable, and as independent as possible in their own homes. We are looking for motivated, dependable individuals who take pride in providing quality care and who understand the importance of treating every client with dignity, patience, and respect.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Independence at Home Homecare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Which shift(s) are you interested in applying for? Select all that apply. You may select more than one shift if you are available for multiple opportunities.
Please select the letter(s) that correspond to the shift(s) you are interested in. Example: A, C, F, and J.
Answer options:
A — Fort Smith: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
B — Fort Smith: Monday–Friday, flexible hours
C — Alma: Weekends: 2:15 PM–6:00 PM
D — Mountainburg: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
E — Van Buren: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 1:00 PM–5:00 PM
F — Charleston: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
G — Weekends: Flexible hours and locations
Work Location: In person
