Caregiver

Visiting Angels Quad Cities, IA; DeWitt (IA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Holiday Pay

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Visiting Angels Quad Cities, IA is looking for compassionate caregivers to provide care for seniors in DeWitt, IA. Responsibilities include light housekeeping, meal preparation, and assisting with mobility. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and Hoyer Lift experience. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, along with holiday pay and direct deposit. Full-time and part-time options available for night shifts, weekends, and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Passion to serve others as a caregiver.
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards.
• Respectful and compassionate demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication.
• Assist clients with mobility and personal care.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Plan and prepare meals with client assistance.

Skills

Compassionate care

Emergency response knowledge

Good time management skills

Outstanding communication

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Details

• Location: Dewitt, IA
• Shift: Nights, Overnights, and Weekends
• Pay: $14.00-$16.00/hour
• MUST have a valid Driver's License
• MUST have Hoyer Lift Experience

We are seeking caregivers to provide compassionate care to senior adults and others in need. The role includes light housekeeping, meal preparation, mobility assistance, and transportation support, with opportunities for advanced training in dementia or Alzheimer’s care.

Shift Options

• Full Time
• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts
• PRN
• Short Shift

Caregiver Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks, etc.)
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
• Help clients with routine exercises
• Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
• Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own
• Be a pleasant and supportive companion
• Report any unusual incidents
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Caregiver Requirements

• Passion to serve others - a true caregiver
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Respectful and compassionate
• Good time management skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong ethics
• Physical endurance
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid Driver's License

Benefits

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