Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver

Visiting Angels; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Visiting Angels Sioux Falls is hiring a Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver to support seniors at home across the local area. Enjoy a flexible schedule, meaningful work, and the opportunity to help clients stay comfortable and independent in their own homes.

Starting pay is $17.00 per hour with benefits including health, dental, vision insurance and paid time off. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, reliable transportation, and a caring, responsible demeanor.

Qualifications

• Must have good time-management and reliability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with basic housekeeping and light cooking tasks.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Manage light housekeeping and daily chores.
• Encourage clients to stay active and meet fitness goals.
• Assist with medication reminders and scheduling if needed.
• Plan and prepare simple meals in collaboration with clients.
• Assist with mobility and transportation to appointments.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Housekeeping basics

Cooking basics

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver

COME WORK FOR THE LEADER IN HOMECARE!

Voted local best homecare agency in the Sioux Falls area!

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 Sioux Falls is hiring a Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver for our clients throughout the local area in places like Hartford, Brandon, Crooks, Tea, Canton, Larchwood IA, Harrisburg, Renner, Valley Springs, Dell Rapids, Luverne MN, and many others.

A Visiting Angels Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver enjoys benefits like:

• Pay: Starting at $17.00/hour
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

A Visiting Angels Housekeeper and 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 Housekeeper and 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.

Housekeeper and 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
• 1 plus year of caregiving experience is preferred.

MUST HAVE RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION! This includes snow days. You will need to pass a background check, have a working email and phone at all times, professional appearance and attitude.

Shifts available:

• Full Time
• Part Time
• PRN
• Days
• Evenings
• Overnights
• Weekends