Part-Time Caregiver: Compassionate In-Home Dementia Support

Visiting Angels Joplin; Lamar (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Visiting Angels Joplin is seeking a compassionate caregiver for part-time hours to support clients in their homes, focusing on dignity, safety, and independence.

The role emphasizes dementia care, personal and companion tasks, and strong communication with clients and families. Ideal candidates will show warmth, reliability, and a genuine desire to serve older adults in the SWMO area.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
• Provide both personal and companion care.
• Excellent communication, including reading verbal and nonverbal cues.
• Be patient, dependable, compassionate and professional.
• Respect client choices, dignity and independence.
• Genuine desire to serve older adults.
• Bring warmth, encouragement and humor to the home.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation.
• Able to pass required criminal background and motor vehicle history screenings.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home personal and companion care.
• Support safety, mobility, and independence during daily routines.
• Offer companionship, encouragement, reassurance, and joy to clients.
• Follow care plans and respect each client’s choices and dignity.

Skills

Caregiving

Dementia care

Companionship

Communication

Patience and professionalism

Reliability

Warmth and humor

Transportation readiness

Background screening

Job description

Visiting Angels Joplin is seeking a compassionate caregiver for part-time hours to support clients in their homes, focusing on dignity, safety, and independence.

The role emphasizes dementia care, personal and companion tasks, and strong communication with clients and families. Ideal candidates will show warmth, reliability, and a genuine desire to serve older adults in the SWMO area.