Experienced Caregiver | Memory Care | Columbia, MO

Build Meaningful Relationships While Making a Real Difference

Location: Columbia, MO

Pay

$16.00–$18.00 per hour

Availability Required

Sunday: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Monday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Friday: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Start Date: Immediate opening

More About the Role

You'll support several seniors throughout the Columbia area, building real relationships while helping them remain safe and independent at home.

Many of the clients you'll serve are living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. They're looking for more than someone to complete tasks. They need a caregiver who is calm, patient, confident, and able to bring comfort and stability to each visit.

Some clients enjoy conversation, music, or getting out for a walk. Others simply appreciate a familiar face, a steady routine, and someone who treats them with dignity and respect.

If memory care is where you do your best work, you'll find purpose here.

Responsibilities

• Personal care and ADL assistance
• Safe transfers and mobility support
• Companionship and meaningful engagement
• Hearing aid assistance
• Meal preparation and following recipes
• Light housekeeping and laundry
• Encourage walking, exercise, and outdoor time
• Support meaningful activities such as music, conversation, and community outings
• Communicate changes or concerns to the office

Qualifications

• Professional caregiving experience required
• Strong Alzheimer's and dementia care experience required
• Experience with personal care, transfers, and walkers
• Comfortable supporting higher-acuity clients
• Ability to follow recipes and prepare meals
• Non-smoker
• Comfortable working around dogs
• Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance
• Clear criminal background and drug screen

Why Join Home Instead?

We're a care partner, not a staffing agency.

Our Care Pros build lasting relationships with clients while receiving the support they need to be successful.

When you join our team, you'll receive:

• Thoughtful client matching
• Clear care plans and structured introductions
• A supportive office team that has your back
• Opportunities to grow your schedule
• A culture built on compassion, accountability, and respect

Benefits

• Competitive pay: $16.00–$18.00 per hour
• Paid orientation and ongoing training
• Health insurance after 60 days
• Vacation pay after one year
• 401(k) with company match after one year
• Additional scheduling opportunities
• 24/7 on-call support

If you're an experienced caregiver who enjoys memory care and wants to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

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