Caregiver — In-Home Senior and Disability Support

Job overview

The Caregiver role is onsite in Des Moines, IA, supporting clients in Des Moines and nearby communities. Pay is $17–$25 per hour. Visiting Angels Des Moines provides non-medical in-home care to seniors and adults with disabilities, helping them remain in their homes. The caregiver provides practical personal assistance and companionship that supports clients’ safety, dignity, and independence. The work includes daily living support, household tasks, reminders, and attentive companionship tailored to each client’s needs.

What you'll do

• Assist clients with bathing, dressing, and toileting
• prepare meals and share meals with clients
• provide medication reminders
• support safe walking and fall prevention
• tidy homes, fold laundry, and run errands
• provide patient support to clients living with Alzheimer’s or dementia
• offer conversation and companionship.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

caregiver

des moines ia

visiting angels des moines

full-time position

in-home care

senior care

disability support

personal care

companionship

meal preparation

medication reminders

paid training

$17–$25/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid training, written raise details before hire, PTO, premium rates for holidays and short visits.

Why this role

Paid hands-on training is provided in person at the Urbandale office, including safe transfers, dementia care, and mechanical lifts. The posting asks for hands-on caregiving experience, including informal experience caring for family or neighbors.

About the employer

Visiting Angels Des Moines is hiring for this role. Industry: Home Health Care Services. Sector: 62.