Weekend Caregiver

Home Instead; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay of $17/hour

Early wage access

Referral and performance bonuses

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

Job summary

A leading home care provider is seeking a part-time Weekend Caregiver in Waterloo, IA. Ideal candidates will have a caring heart, the ability to work weekends, and a reliable vehicle. Responsibilities include assisting aging adults with personal cares, providing companionship, and potentially driving clients to appointments. Flexible scheduling, paid training, and bonuses are offered. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of aging adults in your community.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Have a driver's license and reliable vehicle.
• Can pass background checks and drug screenings.

Responsibilities

• Spend quality time with aging adults.
• Assist with personal cares like bathing and grooming.
• Drive clients to errands and appointments.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Patience

Basic caregiving

Job description

Join our team as a Weekend Caregiver at Home Instead! Part‑time opportunities in Allison, Cedar Falls, Greene, Waverly, Waterloo and surrounding areas. Drug screen required for employment.

Our Mission

To enhance the lives of aging adults and their families through quality care.

The Opportunity

Do you want a rewarding job that truly matters? At Home Instead, we're looking for compassionate people who want to bring comfort, dignity, support, and independence to aging adults in our communities. You don't need professional experience—just a caring heart, open mind, and the willingness to learn.

What a Caregiver Does

• Spend quality time with aging adults who need companionship
• Lend a hand with personal cares like bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, etc.
• Prepare meals based on dietary needs
• Support clients with dementia or other memory care needs with patience
• Drive clients to errands, appointments, or social activities
• Keep homes tidy and safe with light housekeeping
• Provide medication reminders

What We're Looking For

• Can work weekend shifts
• Are 18 years old or older
• Have a driver's license, a reliable vehicle, and auto insurance
• Can pass a background check, MVR, and drug screening
• Can communicate clearly in English
• Are willing to drive to client homes

What We Offer Caregivers

• $17/s hour starting pay
• Early wage access—get paid when you need it
• Referral, anniversary, and performance bonuses
• Holiday pay (time and a half)
• Flexible part‑time scheduling—evenings or daytime shifts on the weekends
• Paid training and continued education
• Mentorship and 24/7 on‑call support
• Access to supplemental insurance

Ready to Apply? Click "Apply Now" to submit your application, or call us at [phone] to speak with a member of our team today. No experience? No problem! We provide all the training you need.