Companion Caregiver

Visiting-Angels; Spearfish (SD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Paid orientation

Paid time off

Paid training

Referral program

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Visiting Angels seeks a compassionate Companion Caregiver to support seniors at home across the Northern Hills area, including Spearfish and nearby towns. The role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth, with training and orientation provided.

Responsibilities include light housekeeping, mobility support, medication prompting, meal planning, transportation assistance, and safety monitoring to help clients live independently at home with dignity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Excellent time-management and communication skills are essential.
• Reliable transportation to client visits and good interpersonal abilities are needed.

Responsibilities

• Managing light housekeeping.
• Encouraging clients to meet exercise and fitness goals.
• Prompting clients to take medications at the right times.
• Helping with shopping and putting away groceries (or shopping for them).
• Planning and preparing meals with clients based on ability.
• Assisting with mobility and ambulation, including doctor visits and walks.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Mobility assistance

Cooking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Companion Caregiver

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 Rapid City is hiring a Companion Caregiver for our clients throughout the Northern Hills area in places like Spearfish, Newell, Belle Fourche, Deadwood, Lead, Sturgis, Whitewood, and many others.

A Visiting Angels Companion Caregiver enjoys benefits like:

• Flexible schedule
• Caregiver Corner - located at the office for you to stop by for refreshments or a quick nap on our comfy couch between visits with clients.
• Companion Caregiver AND Client referral bonus - If you send us a caregiver or a client - you get CASH!
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Travel reimbursement

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:

• 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

Shifts Offered:

• Full Time
• Part Time
• Evenings
• Nights
• Weekends