Caregiver Job Opening at The Arc House

Job Opening Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Caregiver to join our adult family home team. This position is open to applicants of any gender, as there is no gender preference for this role. As we are a home setting, team members become an important part of our residents’ daily home life and play a meaningful role in creating a safe, respectful, and supportive environment. Free training may be provided through The Long-Term Care Foundation for eligible candidates seeking to grow in this field.

Compensation Range

$18 to $20 per hour

Required Qualifications

The ideal candidate should meet the following required qualifications for this caregiver position. Free training may be provided through The Long-Term Care Foundation to help qualified applicants meet training needs where applicable.

• Home Care Aide (HCA – 75 Hour)
• First Aid & CPR
• Food Handlers / Food Safety

Responsibilities

The caregiver will support residents with daily living needs, safety, comfort, and overall well-being within a home-based care setting. This role requires attentiveness, professionalism, and a resident-centered approach to care.

• Personal care: Help with bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, mobility, and hygiene
• Medications: Assist with or remind residents to take medications as allowed and trained
• Meals: Prepare food, support special diets, and help with feeding if needed
• Health & safety: Monitor residents, report changes, and respond to emergencies
• Housekeeping: Perform light cleaning, laundry, and help keep resident areas safe
• Supervision & companionship: Provide oversight, social interaction, and emotional support
• Documentation: Record care and communicate with managers or healthcare providers
• Resident rights: Respect dignity, privacy, choices, and cultural preferences
• Training & compliance: Maintain required certifications and follow state and home rules
• Additional care needs: Meal prep

Additional Skills and Attributes

We are looking for someone who will contribute positively to the comfort and rhythm of daily life in a residential home environment. The right candidate will understand the importance of working in the residents’ home and being part of that lived experience with professionalism and care.

• Comfortable working in a home setting
• Understands that caregiving is part of residents’ home life
• Respectful, warm, and compassionate in daily interactions
• Dependable and attentive to resident needs
• Able to maintain a safe, welcoming, and supportive atmosphere

Shift and Schedule

Available shift types include Day, Evening, Night, and Part-Time schedules. Flexibility and reliability are valued to help ensure consistent care and support for residents.

Language Requirements

Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in the following language:

• English

English proficiency is required to support resident care, follow instructions, communicate with the care team, and maintain accurate documentation.