Skilled Caregiver/CNA | Ames
Caregiver OpportunityMake a meaningful difference in a home that values dignity, compassion, and connection.Shifts available:Daily: 8:00 AM 5:00 PMDaily: 5:00 PM 9:00 PMSunday Overnight: 9:00 PM 7:00 AMWe are seeking a calm, compassionate caregiver to support an older adult returning home during a highly fragile stage of life. This individual spent decades serving others in a leadership role and now needs patient, respectful assistance as physical needs increase. The home environment requires a caregiver who can provide excellent hands-on care while preserving dignity, emotional comfort, and a sense of partnership.This is not a task-focused assignment. Success comes from building trust, providing reassurance, and creating a calm presence for both members of the household.Pay and benefits:Daily pay! Earned wage accessCompetitive pay! ($17.00 - $18.00)Flexible schedulingMorning, afternoon, evening, day or overnightPerson-centered trainingCareer path opportunitiesHealth insurance4% 401K matchHoliday pay24/7 call supportCare responsibilities include:Stand-pivot transfers with gait belt supportBed bath assistance and personal careToileting and incontinence supportMobility supervision and fall preventionEmotional reassurance and companionshipHousehold support to help maintain a safe, comfortable environmentIdeal caregiver qualities:Experience with transfers, personal care, and mobility assistanceComfortable supporting individuals experiencing cognitive declinePatient, gentle communication styleAbility to provide step-by-step cueing during care activitiesStrong understanding of dignity-centered careExperience supporting families navigating serious illness or hospice care is a plusAble to work collaboratively with a spouse living with dementia who remains actively involved in caregivingQualifications:Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skillsAbility to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodationsValid driver's license and reliable transportation every single dayValidated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive mannerPrior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)Supportive and compassionateHigh school diploma or equivalentTake pride in providing high quality careWhat matters most:Treat family members as partners in careMove slowly and provide simple, reassuring guidancePrioritize transfer and mobility safety at all timesProtect dignity during all personal care activitiesMaintain a calm, steady emotional presence throughout the shiftOvernight shift information:Overnight caregiver will rest in a hospital bed located in the same room as the clientIf you are a caregiver who leads with patience, compassion, and respect, this is an opportunity to provide truly meaningful support during an important chapter in a family's life.We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. # CGVRA22