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Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted support services roles in Council Bluffs, Iowa rates. This role sits in the 75th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 14% above the Council Bluffs, Iowa median for support services roles.
Perform activities of daily living for residents and monitor changes in their physical condition. Assist residents with mobility using mechanical lifts and gait belts while ensuring their dignity.
Overview Put Your Purpose To Work at PHS
We Have a Place for YOU
Apply To Prairie Gate Today!At Prairie Gate, find purpose and passion in your work with a team of like-minded people focused on enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults. Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is looking for someone like you, who is focused on living out your calling for care. YOU become part of the most important resource in our ministry--focused on helping to understand people's needs and working together to be supportive and empowering in order to build a vibrant and thriving community. You benefit from a close-knit community-based team and a supportive organization with opportunities for movement and growth. CNA PT or FT 10pm-6:30am $20.11 + BOE Prairie Gate senior living community in Council Bluffs, Iowa, is one of Presbyterian Homes & Services newest communities. Prairie Gate’s updated prairie-style architecture will beckon the adventurous, with inviting interior spaces for social gatherings, opening to an expanse of prairie plantings, and flowers lining outdoor walking paths, engaging the senses and promoting wellness. At the heart of the community, the two-story 21,000 square foot Town Center offers an array of amenities and services, including community gathering spaces, restaurant-style dining, a bistro, salon, library, club room, business office, guest suite, chapel and wellness center with aerobics studio. This community offers the following care options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long Term Care.
Address
16 Valley View Drive, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as:- Bus route access- Free employee meals
Free fitness center access
In proximity to: McClelland, Underwood, Neola, Honey Creek, Crescent, Carter Lake, Omaha, Ralston, La Vista, Bellevue, Mineola, Treynor What Differentiates PHSBy prioritizing the needs of our people, it changes the focus of the organization (PHS) to enabling, empowering, engaging, educating and inspiring YOU and the people we all touch. You, as a team member are able to bring your talents to your work, and to access the support needed to be set up for success. Together, we all make up who PHS is. As a faith-based nonprofit organization, PHS considers our Christian Ministry values to be at the heart of all we do and it forms the cornerstone of our identity as an organization. We strive to reflect the love of God and define our service to you and others as an expression of God’s grace. Hiring people that value and support our community and culture is as important to us as hiring people who have the skills for the position. Together, our team and volunteers offer their gifts and serve more than 26,000 older adults each year.All are welcomePresbyterian Homes & Services strives to create a safe and welcoming environment for residents, guests, employees, and volunteers. Our Biblical Framework and “Love One Another”
Requirements
A Nursing Assistant Certification is required for long-term care positions. Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak English and commit to working every other weekend and holidays.
professional certificate
Communication
Documentation
Patient care
Compassionate care
Mobility assistance
Monitoring resident condition
Mechanical lifts
ADL assistance
Gait belt usage
Nursing assistant certification
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$20 - $20/hr
Location
Council Bluffs, Iowa
Posted
Sep 8, 2026
Closes
Sep 8, 2027
Application
Employer website
Christian ministry theme (John 13:34) guide every action and help us to focus on our
Mission: To honor God by enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults.
Responsibilities
Perform ADL’s as scheduled and assist other Resident Assistants as needed while maintaining consistency with regulations and established best practices. Monitor changes in Resident’s condition Transferring and assisting residents with mobility using various methods (gait belt, mechanical lifts, etc.) Ensure residents are cared for with dignity.
Qualifications
Caregiving experience preferred but applicants without experience will still be considered. To work in Long Term Care, Nursing Assistant Certification is required. Assisted Living does not require any certifications. Demonstrated compatibility with the PHS mission and operating philosophies. Commitment to work every other weekend and scheduled holidays. Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.
Benefits
Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week: Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans Life insurance (AD&D) Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match Holiday pay and extended sick Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week: Vision insurance Voluntary short-term & long-term disability Accident & hospitalization coverage Education assistance programs All employees: Accrue PTO (Paid time off) Same-day pay Employee assistance program (EAP) College partnership educational discounts Access to Learn to Live Resources About PHS Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care and services options for older adults. Some 8,000 employees serve more than 41,800 older adults through 60 PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage® home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for more than 15,500 older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living and the overall well-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation. PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.
Market context
Support services roles remain steady in Iowa
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.
