About us We are hiring for the following: Dallas, Jasper, Marshall, Polk, Story, & Warren counties and surrounding areas. Comfort Keepers is a home care franchise business individually owned. Currently we have offices in Urbandale and Marshalltown. Comfort Keepers is professional, innovative and our goal is to Provide high quality in-home care services that keep loved ones safe in the comfort of their own home..

Our work environment includes:

Casual work attire Flexible working hours Safe work environment Job description

Job Summary:

As a Direct Support Professional/Caregiver at Comfort Keepers you will travel locally to client homes, build relationships, improve the quality of life and serve elderly and the disabled in need of love and care. Your goal will be to help individuals enjoy life by helping them perform their simple daily functions: meal prep, light exercise, local transportation, social interactions and light housekeeping. Your compassion and diligence as a caregiver will bring joy into the lives of the clients you work with and help them feel encouraged, involved and loved.

Requirements:

Experience -If you've had a job or experience in a position with similar goals and responsibilities, we'd love to connect with you. Skills - We're looking for individuals that are compassionate, social, trustworthy and service-minded. If you have experience cooking, cleaning or caring for others, that's a bonus! Characteristics - We're looking for individuals that are self-motivated and willing to learn through experience and receiving feedback. Education - Minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Transportation -Must have valid drivers license and automobile insurance.

Responsibilities:

Preparing snacks and meals to help sustain and satisfy the client throughout your time with them. Encouraging light exercise (walks, bikes, swims, stretches) to keep the client active and physically moving. Tidying up the house and helping with basic housekeeping tasks that keep the home environment neat and enjoyable for the client. Transporting the client to nearby appointments or engagements. Take the clients to social activities, fairs and events in the community or with family and friends Companionship forming trustworthy relationships and promoting quality of life to keep the client safe in their home for as long as possible.

Benefits:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Keeping location of clients close to home Flexibility with schedule

Ongoing Education/Learning Programs PTO Gas Compensation Bonus Incentives Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Salary:

$16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift Evening shift On call Overtime Weekends as needed Supplemental pay types: Bonus opportunities

Pay:

$15.50 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

On the road