Weekend Caregiver

Visiting Angels Quad Cities, IA; Pleasant Valley Township (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 of Bettendorf is hiring weekend caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the Quad Cities area, including Davenport, Bettendorf, Muscatine, and more. Join an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care and enjoy a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

As a Weekend Caregiver, you will provide personal care, assist with meals and mobility, offer companionship, and ensure client safety per care plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle to transport clients.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• First Aid and emergency response training required (provided if needed).

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Support light physical exercise or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Handle light housekeeping duties.
• Report health changes or unusual incidents.
• Provide companionship and a positive, encouraging presence.
• Respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
• Accompany clients during shopping trips and errands.
• Remind clients to take prescribed medications as directed.
• Assist with mobility and appointments in home and during travel.

Skills

Driver's License

Reliable Vehicle

Communication

Time Management

Compassionate Care

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

NOW HIRING

• Location: Quad Cities, IA and surrounding areas


• Pay: $14.00-$16.00/hour


• MUST have valid Driver's License

Visiting Angels of Bettendorf is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the Quad Cities area including Davenport, Bettendorf, Muscatine, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

Role

As a Visiting Angels Weekend Caregiver, you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. This can include:

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene


• Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks


• Planning and preparing meals with clients


• Handling light housekeeping duties


• Reporting health changes or unusual incidents


• Providing pleasant, supportive companionship


• Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies


• Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips


• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately


• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

Weekend Caregiver Job Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent


• Possess a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must


• Training in First Aid and emergency response is required (provided if needed)


• Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once


• Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care


• Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client


• Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints


• Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)


• Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the table

Benefits Available

• Health Insurance


• Dental Insurance


• Vision Insurance


• Holiday Pay


• Direct Deposit


• Weekly Pay

Shift Options

• Full Time


• Part Time


• 8 Hour Shifts


• 12 Hour Shifts


• PRN


• Short Shift