Afternoon/Evening Caregiver

Visiting Angels - Cedar Rapids, IA; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Holiday Pay

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Visiting Angels Cedar Rapids is seeking an Afternoon/Evening Caregiver to support clients across the Iowa City area. You will provide compassionate in-home care, help with daily activities, and ensure safety during meals, errands, and appointments.

Flexible shifts include 9am-3pm, 3pm-8pm, and 8pm-9am, with opportunities across multiple local communities. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, and strong communication

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• First Aid and emergency response training provided if needed.
• Reliable transportation to client homes for scheduled shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Support clients with light exercise or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Light housekeeping duties.
• Report health changes or unusual incidents.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Respond quickly in emergencies.
• Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.
• Assist with medication reminders and mobility as needed.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Empathy

First Aid training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Afternoon/Evening Caregiver

***URGENTLY HIRING***

• Location: Iowa City, IA
• Pay: Starting at $17.00/hr based on experience
• Shift:9am-3pm;3pm to 8pm;8pm to 9am
• 24 Hour Client - All shifts available

Visiting Angels of Cedar Rapids is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the local area including Iowa City, North Liberty, Tiffin, Swisher, Western, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

As a Visiting Angels Afternoon/EveningCaregiver, you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. This can include:

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
• Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
• Planning and preparing meals with clients
• Handling light housekeeping duties
• Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
• Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
• Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
• Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

Afternoon/Evening Caregiver Job Requirements:

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Possess a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Training in First Aid and emergency response is required (provided if needed)
• Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
• Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
• Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
• Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
• Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
• Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the table

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay

Shift Options

• Full Time
• Part Time
• PRN
• Short Shift