In-Home Caregiver | Part-Time to Full-Time | $18–$21/hr

Freedom Home Care•Owatonna, MN

49d•Onsite

About The Position

Freedom Home Care is seeking compassionate and dependable caregivers to provide one-on-one care to clients in their homes throughout Owatonna and surrounding communities. We offer a variety of part-time, full-time, and PRN opportunities. This role is ideal for experienced caregivers, CNAs, healthcare students, or individuals passionate about helping others. Our caregivers build meaningful relationships while ensuring clients remain safe, comfortable, and independent.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years of age.
Have a valid driver's license.
Have your own reliable personal vehicle.
Maintain current auto insurance.
Meet Freedom Home Care's driving record requirements.
Successfully complete a Minnesota DHS background study.
Meet required TB screening requirements.
Be willing to travel to client homes within our service area, generally up to a 30-mile radius.
Be dependable and able to arrive on time for scheduled shifts.
Be able to meet the physical requirements of assigned client care.

Nice To Haves

Previous caregiving experience is preferred but not required for all opportunities.
CNA certification is a plus but is not required unless specified for a particular client assignment.
Compassionate, patient, and respectful.
Dependable and committed to their scheduled shifts.
Professional and responsive.
Comfortable working independently in a client's home.
Comfortable assisting with personal care.
Able to follow an individualized care plan.
Able to communicate effectively with clients, families, and the Freedom Home Care team.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
Assist with mobility, transfers, and ambulation.
Prepare meals.
Provide medication reminders.
Perform light housekeeping and laundry.
Provide transportation and run errands.
Offer companionship and engage in activities.
Provide dementia and memory-care support.
Ensure safety supervision.
Complete required care documentation.
Observe and report changes in a client's condition.
Help clients maintain independence.

Benefits

$18–$21/hour, based on experience
Premium pay for 2-hour short shifts: $22/hour Monday–Friday and $24/hour Saturday & Sunday
$200 retention bonus after 90 days
$250 employee referral bonus after eligibility requirements are met
Time-and-a-half holiday pay
Part-time, full-time, and PRN opportunities
Simple IRA retirement plan
Health insurance options for eligible employees
Paid annual training
Employee recognition and rewards
Support from our local office, nursing, and care management teams