What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Care Aide position at Home Instead - Bettendorf IA?
Make a Difference. Build Meaningful Relationships. Love What You Do.
Do you enjoy helping others, preparing meals, staying active, and making someone's day a little brighter?
At Home Instead, caregiving is more than a job. It's an opportunity to bring comfort, companionship, and independence to older adults while building meaningful relationships that truly matter.
As a Home Care Aide, you'll provide one-on-one support to seniors in their homes, helping them remain safe, comfortable, and independent in the place they love most. Whether you're an experienced caregiver or looking for a rewarding new career, we'll provide the training, support, and flexibility you need to succeed.
Pay & Schedule
Pay: $15.50-$19.00 per hour
Additional $2.00/hour weekend differential
Daytime, evening, overnight and weekend shifts available
Why Join Home Instead?
Flexible scheduling that works around your life
Paid training. No caregiving experience required
One-on-one client care, never a facility assignment
Supportive local office team available 24/7
Client matching focused on compatibility and success
Opportunities for career growth and advancement
Meaningful work that makes a difference every day
What You'll Do
As a Home Care Aide, you'll provide compassionate, non-medical support that helps seniors maintain their independence and quality of life.
Responsibilities may include:
Assisting with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support
Providing companionship, conversation, and social engagement
Preparing meals and encouraging proper nutrition
Performing light housekeeping and laundry
Providing medication reminders according to care plans
Assisting with transportation to appointments and errands
Supporting individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia
Creating a safe, comfortable, and positive home environment
Observing and reporting changes in client condition
Maintaining accurate documentation and confidentiality
At Home Instead, care is about more than completing tasks. It's about building trust, showing compassion, and helping older adults live with dignity and independence.
Qualifications
We're looking for dependable, compassionate individuals who enjoy helping others.
Helpful experience may include:
Caregiving
Home Care
CNA
HHA
DSP
Healthcare
Hospitality
Customer Service
Childcare
Education
Human Services
No professional caregiving experience is required. Paid training is provided.
Minimum Requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license
Reliable transportation and current auto insurance
Ability to provide physical assistance, including transfers and mobility support when necessary
Ability to pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, drug screening, and other pre-employment screenings as required
Benefits
Eligible employees may receive:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Holiday Pay
401(k) with Company Match
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Paid Training and Continuing Education
Mileage Reimbursement (where applicable)
Referral Bonus Programs
Professional Development Opportunities
Safety Equipment Provided
Join a Team That Cares
For more than 30 years, Home Instead has been committed to enhancing the lives of aging adults and their families through compassionate, relationship-focused care. If you're looking for meaningful work where your kindness, reliability, and compassion truly matter, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and become part of the Home Instead family, where caring is not only what we do, it's who we are.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Home Instead is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment process.
Pay: $15.50 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
Job Training, Reduced or Flexible Hours, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $16 - $19