Experienced Caregiver Needed | Transfer Support + Dementia Care

Home Instead - Waukee; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage: $17/hour

Weekend shift premium

Paid orientation and ongoing training

Vacation Pay

Annual performance appraisals

Health insurance

Job summary

Home Instead in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a Part-Time Evening Caregiver to provide hands-on personal care and transfer assistance. Evening shifts run from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with a supportive team and on-site client home environment.

The role emphasizes compassionate care for clients with dementia, reliability for evening availability, and the opportunity to build meaningful connections while following safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care and assistance with transfers
• Support a client experiencing some dementia-related challenges
• Assist with evening routines and daily activities
• Offer companionship, patience, and reassurance
• Help maintain a safe, comfortable home environment

Job description

Experienced Caregiver Needed | Transfer Support + Dementia Care

Be the Bright Light in Someone's Evening!

Looking for meaningful part-time work where you can make a difference? Home Insteadis hiring compassionate, dependable caregivers to support an older adult in West Des Moines, IA!

Evening Shifts Available

• Hours: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Client Location: West Des Moines, IA
• Position: Part-Time Evening Caregiver

What You'll Do

• Provide hands-on personal care and assistance with transfers
• Support a client experiencing some dementia-related challenges
• Assist with evening routines and daily activities
• Offer companionship, patience, and reassurance
• Help maintain a safe, comfortable home environment

You're a Great Fit If You...

• Have experience with physically demanding transfers
• Are comfortable providing dementia care
• Have consistent evening availability
• Are compassionate, reliable, and patient
• Have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance

Pay & Benefits

• Starting wage: $17/hour
• Additional weekend shift premium
• Paid orientation and ongoing training
• Vacation Pay
• Annual performance appraisals
• Health insurance and 401(k) with company match (eligibility requirements apply)
• Opportunities for additional hours
• 24/7 on‑call support

Why Home Instead?

We're more than a staffing agency — we’re a care partner! Enjoy meaningful one‑on‑one connections, supportive leadership, and the opportunity to make every shift count.