At Home Caregiver

About the role

Visiting Angels of Cedar Rapids is hiring caregivers to serve clients in the local area including Iowa City, North Liberty, Tiffin, Swisher, Western, and more. Join an office belonging to the nation's #1 network for at-home care and make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
• Aiding 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 supervising clients during shopping trips
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
• Assisting with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Training in First Aid and emergency response (provided if needed)
• Excellent time-management skills
• Reliable transportation to client homes
• Physical endurance for tasks like carrying groceries and supporting a client
• Ability to perform housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to dietary constraints
• Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (background check)
• Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the client's day

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and Reliable Vehicle
• First Aid and Emergency Response Training (provided if needed)
• Time Management Skills
• Physical Endurance for Tasks
• Housekeeping and Cooking Abilities
• Compliance with Health and Safety Standards
• Passionate and Compassionate

Skills

• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• First Aid and Emergency Response
• Time Management
• Physical Endurance
• Housekeeping and Cooking Abilities
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Passion and Compassion

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay

Shift Options

• Full Time
• Part Time
• PRN (Per Request Notified)
• Short Shifts