Home Health Aide or Personal Care Assistant - Elk River

Comfort Keepers•Elk River, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Comfort Keepers is hiring an experienced In-Home Caregiver to provide personalized, non-medical assistance to clients in Elk River, Minnesota, and surrounding communities. The role helps clients maintain safety, comfort, independence, dignity, and quality of life in their own homes. Caregivers use an interactive approach that encourages clients to take part in daily routines when possible. Prior caregiving experience is required, but certification is not required. The posting describes a part-time position, with weekday scheduling and opportunities to pick up extra hours. Pay is listed as $18–$21 per hour based on certification and experience, plus a $3 per hour weekend differential; the heading also lists a salary range of $18–$24 per hour. Eligible direct-care employees may be able to receive scholarship support through the Minnesota Department of Health HCBS Employee Scholarship Program for approved education 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 depends on eligibility, available funds, and approved expenses.

Requirements

Previous caregiving experience is required; certification is not required.
Be at least 18 years old.
Have experience as a caregiver, CNA, HHA, PCA, RA, DSP, or in a similar role.
Have experience with dementia care and bed-bound personal care.
Be comfortable assisting with mobility and transfers.
Be comfortable working in a home with pets.
Be compassionate, dependable, and responsible.
Be able to work independently and communicate effectively.
Have a valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
Provide availability within 8:00 AM–4:00 PM as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience with mechanical lifts, such as a Hoyer lift or similar equipment, is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with personal care and hygiene, including bed-bound personal care.
Assist clients with mobility and transfers.
Prepare meals and support nutrition.
Provide medication reminders.
Provide transportation and assistance with errands.
Perform light housekeeping and organization.
Provide companionship and end-of-life support.
Support clients with dementia and memory-related needs.
Encourage clients to participate in daily routines when possible.

Benefits

$3 per hour weekend differential.
Next-day pay options.
Flexible scheduling and set schedules available.
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 CNA, LPN, or RN education expenses.