Companion Caregiver

Visiting-Angels; Eldridge (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Holiday Pay

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Visiting Angels Bettendorf is hiring a Companion Caregiver to support seniors in the Quad Cities area, including Eldridge. Responsibilities include personal care, light housekeeping, meal prep, mobility assistance, and prompting medications.

This role emphasizes compassion, reliability, and clear communication. A valid driver’s license and dependable transportation are required. Benefits include health and dental insurance, holiday pay, direct deposit, and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Ability to perform light housekeeping and basic cooking tasks.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
• First Aid training and emergency response knowledge preferred.
• Compassion for seniors and a heart for helping others.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Manage light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Encourage exercise and assist with mobility.
• Prompt clients to take medications on time.
• Assist with shopping or errands for groceries.
• Support clients in doctor visits and transportation.

Skills

Time management

Reliable transportation

Communication skills

Housekeeping basics

First Aid training

Emergency preparedness

Empathy and compassion

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Companion Caregiver

NOW HIRING

• Location: Quad Cities, IA and surrounding areas
• Pay: $14.00-$16.00/hour
• MUST have valid Driver's License

Are you searching for a career with flexibility, room for growth, and the ability to make a difference in the lives of senior adults in your community? Visiting Angels of Bettendorf is hiring a Companion Caregiver for our clients throughout the Quad Cities area in places like Eldridge, Pleasant Valley, Davenport, Walcott, Petersburg, Blue Grass, and many others.

A Visiting Angels Companion Caregiver enjoys benefits like:

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

A Visiting Angels Companion Caregiver wears many hats as they help our elderly and home-care clients stay at home or recover at home with dignity.

While no two client visits look exactly alike, responsibilities may include:

• Helping clients handle personal care and hygiene
• Managing light housekeeping
• Encouraging clients to meet their exercise and fitness goals
• Prompting clients to take their prescription medications at the right times
• Helping clients with shopping and putting away groceries (or shopping for them)
• Planning and preparing meals in collaboration with clients (based on client ability)
• Assisting clients with mobility and ambulation - this can include everything from getting around the house to visiting the doctor and taking walks

A Companion Caregiver must also be prepared to act quickly in the case of medical emergencies. This includes adequately reporting any health changes or unusual circumstances. Our caregivers possess the ideal blend of competency, compassion, and professional discernment.

Companion Caregiver Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent time-management skills
• Reliable transportation to client visits
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen
• Training/knowledge in First Aid and emergency response
• A heart for vulnerable people seeking meaningful companionship
• Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards

Shift Options

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