Caregiver

Caregiver – Competitive Pay Starting at $14.25/hr

Job Overview
WellCare Support is seeking compassionate and dedicated Caregivers to provide essential support to individuals in need. As a Caregiver, you will play a vital role in improving the quality of life for seniors and individuals with disabilities by ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. We value professionalism, resident rights, and diversity, including working with individuals on the autism spectrum.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to the company’s Code of Ethics and all other agency policies and procedures
• Arrives on time for assignments and fulfills the time authorized on the clients plan of care for each service
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation to ensure patient well-being.
• Monitor and Record Vital Signs (if required) and promptly report any health changes to the Registered Nurse (RN) or care coordinator.
• Provide Companionship & Emotional Support, fostering a positive, comfortable, and engaging environment for clients.
• Perform Light Housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space, including laundry, dishwashing, and basic tidying.
• Assist with Mobility & Transfers, ensuring proper lifting techniques, use of mobility aids, and safety measures to prevent falls or injuries.
• Adhere to HIPAA Regulations, maintaining strict confidentiality regarding patient health information and personal records.
• Support Clients’ Rights & Independence, promoting dignity, respect, and autonomy in all aspects of care.
• Collaborate with Healthcare Professionals, following personalized care plans developed by Registered Nurses (RNs) and other medical staff to provide the highest quality care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to patient locations.
• Ability to use electronic devices to access Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) systems for clocking in and out, ensuring accurate tracking of completed work.
• A strong understanding of home healthcare agency operations and willingness to follow all agency policies and procedures.
• Candidates must have the ability to learn quickly, retain information effectively, and demonstrate strong communication skills.
• A certified Nursing assistant/aide; or
• Completion of a 40-hour training course that meets or exceeds the requirements set forth in the “Rules Regulations for Private Care Agencies in Arkansas.”; or
• Have demonstrated competency in providing basic nursing care as a nursing student with documentation from Director of programs or the Dean of school of Nursing attesting to such competency in accordance with the school’s curriculum.
• Must be able to pass a state background check.

Join our team of dedicated Caregivers and make a difference in the lives of those we serve!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $14.25 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 16 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you already have patients to provide service for? If so how many
• Are you located in Arkansas? (WellCare Support offers home care services statewide, so you can be located anywhere within the state.)
• Do you have reliable transportation to travel to client locations as needed?
• Do you have a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) or PCA (Personal Care Assistant) certification?
• Are you familiar with Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) systems?
• Do you have a mobile device (smartphone or tablet) that can be used for EVV clock-in and documentation?
• Are you able to assist with ADLs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and meal preparation to ensure patient well-being?
• Are you comfortable assisting clients with mobility support, including lifting and transferring when necessary?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check as part of the hiring process?
• Do you have experience using electronic health records (EHR) for documentation? If yes, please list the systems you have used:
• Are you able to follow personalized care plans developed by Registered Nurses and communicate any concerns or changes in a client’s condition?
• Are you familiar with HIPAA regulations and the importance of maintaining patient confidentiality?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Home Healthcare: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14