Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver

Visiting Angels•Sioux Falls, SD

About The Position

Visiting Angels of Sioux Falls is hiring a Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver to support elderly and home-care clients in the local area. The role helps clients remain at home or recover at home with dignity through companionship, personal care, housekeeping, meals, mobility assistance, and other daily support. Client visits vary, and caregivers must be ready to respond promptly to medical emergencies and report health changes or unusual circumstances. Shifts are available full-time, part-time, and PRN, including days, evenings, overnights, and weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Excellent time-management skills.
Reliable transportation to client visits, including during snow days.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks.
Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
Training or knowledge in First Aid and emergency response.
Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards.
Working email and phone available at all times.
Professional appearance and attitude.
A heart for vulnerable people seeking meaningful companionship.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of caregiving experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
Provide light housekeeping.
Encourage clients to meet exercise and fitness goals.
Prompt clients to take prescription medications at the appropriate times.
Help clients shop and put away groceries, or shop on their behalf.
Plan and prepare meals in collaboration with clients, based on their abilities.
Assist clients with mobility and ambulation, including moving around the home, attending doctor visits, and taking walks.
Respond promptly to medical emergencies and report health changes or unusual circumstances.