Home Maker
About The Position
Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day. One home, one meal, one conversation at a time. Every visit is an opportunity to bring comfort, support, and peace of mind to someone who needs it. At the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA), we believe that small acts of kindness create meaningful change. If you are caring, dependable, and passionate about helping others remain safe and independent in their homes, we would love to hear from you. Do you find fulfillment in helping others live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes? Are you someone who brings warmth, kindness, and a genuine desire to serve others? If so, we invite you to explore a rewarding career as a Homemaker with the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA). This role is about much more than housekeeping and meal preparation. It's about building connections, providing companionship, and helping individuals maintain their dignity and independence. Whether you're preparing a favorite meal, creating a safer living environment, or simply sharing a meaningful conversation, your work will have a lasting impact on the lives of those you serve. No culinary expertise is required. We are looking for people who enjoy helping others, take pride in maintaining a welcoming home environment, and value building positive relationships.
Requirements
- High-school diploma or equivalent
- Reliable transportation, adequate liability insurance and current driver’s license are required.
- Ability to travel throughout the service area
- Ability to lift, bend, stand, and perform housekeeping duties safely.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language, both orally and in writing.
- Able to follow directions of a care plan and perform environmental services outlined in care plan.
- Able to manage a schedule of several client appointments each day.
- All offers of employment are conditioned upon the result of a criminal background check conducted by the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, as required by law and a negative finding on the Office of Inspector General’s Excluded Provider List.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience as a environmental services worker or one year healthcare experience preferred.
- Natural ability to connect with people through kindness, patience, and active listening
- Dependable, honest, and trustworthy with strong work ethic
- Friendly, positive, and respectful approach to client care
- Adaptable and comfortable working in a variety of home environments
- Detail-oriented and takes pride in maintaining clean, organized spaces
- Passion for helping older adults and individuals remain independent at home
- Strong time management and communication skills
Responsibilities
- Build meaningful and supportive relationships with clients during each visit
- Provide companionship and social interaction that enhances quality of life
- Create a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment through light housekeeping
- Dust, vacuum, sweep, and mop living spaces
- Assist with laundry and dishes
- Maintain clean and sanitary bathrooms and kitchen areas
- Prepare simple, nutritious meals and assist with basic food preparation
- Complete grocery shopping and other approved errands as needed
- Observe and report changes in a client's condition or living environment
- Maintain professionalism, reliability, and respect in every interaction
- Support clients in maintaining their independence and dignity at home
Benefits
- Bi-weekly pay
- Benefits beginning the first of the month following employment
- Part-time employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a prorated benefits package
- Company-issued iPhone and iPad
- Generous vacation accrual starting in your first year
- Eight paid holidays
- Three Wellmark medical plan options with employer-supported premiums
- Blue Dental coverage
- Avesis Vision coverage
- Employer-paid Long-Term Disability insurance
- Employer-paid Life Insurance (additional family coverage available)
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and professional financial advising
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability coverage
- Voluntary Accident and Cancer insurance plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
- Additional voluntary life insurance options
- Direct deposit
- Supportive team environment
- Meaningful work that positively impacts the community
- Opportunity to build lasting relationships with clients and coworkers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
