Direct Support Professional / Caregiver (Forest Lake Area)

Comfort Keepers•Forest Lake, MN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Comfort Keepers is hiring caring, reliable, and dedicated Caregivers and PCAs to provide personalized in-home support to clients in the Forest Lake area and surrounding communities. Weekday and weekend shifts are available for people seeking steady part-time hours or additional shifts that fit their availability. The Interactive Caregiving approach engages clients in their daily routines whenever possible to promote dignity, independence, safety, and quality of life. The role offers training, continuing education, and opportunities to develop skills and advance in a home and community-based care career. Eligible direct-care employees may have access to scholarship support through the Minnesota Department of Health HCBS Employee Scholarship Program for approved educational expenses while pursuing CNA, LPN, or RN training. Eligibility requires an average of at least 10 direct-care work hours per week and meeting program requirements; funding is limited and subject to eligibility, available funds, and approved educational costs.

Requirements

At least 18 years old.
Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance.
Dependable, compassionate, and professional.
Comfortable working independently in a client's home.

Nice To Haves

Caregiving experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide companionship and emotional support.
Assist with personal care and daily needs.
Prepare meals and perform light housekeeping.
Provide medication reminders.
Assist with mobility and safety.
Support transportation and errands.
Support a safe and comfortable home environment.
Engage clients in their daily routines whenever possible.

Benefits

$18–$21 per hour based on experience.
$3 per hour weekend differential.
Next-day pay options.
Flexible and set schedules.
Opportunities to pick up additional shifts.
Paid Time Off (PTO).
Simple IRA retirement plan.
Referral bonus program.
Travel pay between clients.
Double-time holiday pay.
Paid training and continuing education.
Career advancement opportunities.
Employee discounts through Perks at Work.
Additional benefits and discounts through Corestream.
Eligible direct-care employees may have access to scholarship support for approved educational expenses through the Minnesota Department of Health HCBS Employee Scholarship Program.