Experienced Caregiver | Jefferson City & Eldon | $16–$18/hr

Columbia • Jefferson City, MO

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves building meaningful relationships with clients in Jefferson City & Eldon, MO, providing compassionate and personalized care to help them remain safe, respected, and independent in their homes. The position offers a variety of home settings, ensuring each week is rewarding and different. The ideal candidate will understand and manage behaviors associated with dementia and Alzheimer's, adapting their caregiving style to meet unique client needs. This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity for those who enjoy flexibility and making a real difference in people's lives.

Requirements

• Previous professional caregiving experience is a MUST
• CLEAR CRIMINAL BACKGROUND
• Experience with personal care and shower assistance
• Experience assisting clients who use walkers
• Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and auto insurance is REQUIRED
• Comfortable transporting clients
• Strong cooking and meal preparation skills
• Comfortable working in homes with cats and dogs

Nice To Haves

• Open availability is preferred
• Understands behaviors and symptoms of dementia and advancing Alzheimer's
• Redirect conversation confidently
• Provides compassionate care without taking anything personally

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and meaningful engagement
• Assist with personal care and showering
• Support safe mobility and fall prevention
• Prepare nutritious meals and organize leftovers
• Medication reminders
• Grocery shopping and errands
• Transportation to appointments and community outings
• Light housekeeping and laundry
• Encourage hydration, daily routines, and independence

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $16.00-$18.00/hr
• Paid orientation and ongoing paid training
• Vacation Pay (after 1 year)
• Health Insurance (after 60 days)
• 401(k) with company match (after 1 year)
• Additional, scheduling opportunities
• 24/7 on-call support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed