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In Home Caregiver - Ames

Home Instead·Ames, Iowa

$16 - $18/hr·Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provide compassionate hands-on personal care and emotional support to a client transitioning home on hospice care. Responsibilities include repositioning bed-bound clients, assisting with hygiene, and reporting changes to the care team.

Experienced Hospice Caregiver Needed | Immediate Hours Available

Help a client remain comfortable at home during one of life's most important journeys.

Home Instead is seeking an experienced, compassionate caregiver to support a client receiving hospice care in the comfort of their own home. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by providing comfort, dignity, and companionship while supporting both the client and their family.

Consistent hours are available immediately for caregivers who are confident providing hands-on personal care and who understand the importance of compassionate end-of-life support.

Available Shifts • Days

  • 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Afternoons: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
  • Overnights: 9:00 PM – 8:00 AM

Multiple shifts available. Flexible scheduling based on availability.

Pay & Benefits • Competitive Pay

  • $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
  • Daily Pay Available
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) with 4% Company Match
  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid Training
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • 24/7 Office Support
  • What You'll Do
  • Provide personal care assistance with dignity and respect
  • Assist with brief changes, bed care, and comfort measures
  • Reposition and support a bed-bound client
  • Offer companionship and emotional support
  • Monitor and report changes in condition
  • Work collaboratively with family members and the care team
  • Help create a calm, comfortable environment focused on quality of life
  • What We're Looking For
  • At least 6 months of caregiving, CNA, home care, hospice, or healthcare experience
  • Experience providing personal care
  • Comfortable assisting bed-bound clients
  • Dependable and committed to maintaining consistent attendance
  • Strong communication and observation skills
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Compassionate, patient, and professional demeanor

The ideal caregiver understands that great hospice care is about more than tasks—it is about preserving dignity, providing comfort, and helping families feel supported during a challenging time.

If you are an experienced caregiver who takes pride in providing exceptional one-on-one care, we would love to speak with you.

Apply today to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #CGVRA22

Requirements

Requires at least one year of experience in healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care, specifically with hospice or end-of-life clients. Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and reliable transportation.

  • high school
  • Effective Communication
  • Emotional Support
  • Personal Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Patient Repositioning
  • Observation and Reporting
  • Bedpan Assistance
  • Bed Care
  • Skin Integrity Support
  • Client-centered Care

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$16 - $18/hr
Location
Ames, Iowa
Posted
Jun 23, 2026
Application
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Home Instead

As the world’s leading provider of in-home care, we help older adults live safely and independently at home, without sacrificing their quality of life. Whether they need occasional respite care or full-time support, our Care Pros are carefully selected to provide the best care,...

Salary listed on 3 jobs
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypePrivately Held
Size201-500 employees
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In Iowa, support-services roles often see steady demand because healthcare and home-based care settings rely on dependable staff for daily assistance and continuity. These positions can be competitive when employers need candidates with active Iowa CNA certification, homemaker-home health aide training, and reliable transportation. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license, insurance, and background-check readiness before applying.

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