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Visiting Angels of Central Arkansas -
Visiting Angels of Central Arkansas is the family alternative that provides non-medical assistance to seniors and other adults (our focus is on seniors). Our services allow our clients to stay in their home or maintain their current living arrangements in an assisted living facility or independent living community. We assist our clients with Activities of Daily Living. Our philosophy is to provide the best care possible to seniors and other adults who need our help.
We are seeking caregivers to join our care giving team. We are seeking EXPERIENCED caregivers with a passion to serve seniors and other adults. Caregivers MUST have experience or training as a caregiver working with the elderly and/or other adults. Caring for a family member, while honorable, is not counted as experience.
We serve the Central Arkansas area.
Caregiver Job Duties Include:
Non-Medical, In-Home Assistance With Activities of Daily Living for Seniors and Other Adults
Bathing, Grooming, Dressing
Toileting and Incontinent Care
Walking, Transferring, Standing
Meal Preparation
Medication Reminders
Light Housekeeping and Laundry
Transportation of Client (in client's car)
Errands in the Caregivers Car (the client can never be in the caregivers car)
Companionship and Monitoring for Safety
Alzheimers and Dementia Care
Caregiver Benefits Include:
Respect, Fairness, and Consideration
Competitive Hourly Wages with Pay Increases
Referral Bonuses
Personal One-on-One Care Environment
Friendly and Supportive Office Staff
Part-Time up to 40 Hours in a Monday through Sunday week
Requirements:
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must be able to climb and descend stairs, stoop, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds
Dedication and Passion to Serving Seniors and Other Adults
Strong Sense of Responsibility
Cheerful Personality
Positive and Dependable Attitude
Experience or Training as a Caregiver
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Drivers License
Reliable Transportation To and From Work and Current Car Liability Insurance
Verifiable Manager References from the Agencies, Facilities, or Clients You Have Worked for in the Past
Current Certification such as IHA, CNA, HHA, RA, PCA, PCT, etc. is preferred, but we will Consider Experience
Alzheimers or Dementia Experience is a Plus
Ability to Pass Criminal, Sexual Offense Registry, Terrorist, and Motor Vehicle Background Checks
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Visiting Angels of Central Arkansas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.