What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compassionate Caregiver - Prairie du Chien WI Area position at Home Instead - Dubuque, IA?
Make a real impact in someone’s daily life.
We are seeking a dependable and self-directed caregiver to support an independent older adult living at home in a rural setting. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, cooking, and helping maintain a clean, comfortable home environment.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare meals during shifts and batch meals for days when you are not onsite
- Perform light housekeeping (kitchen, bathroom, living areas, laundry)
- Provide meaningful companionship and conversation
- Encourage regular showering (2–3x/week) and daily routines
- Support light exercise by encouraging walking
- Occasionally assist with transportation to appointments if needed
Schedule
- Preferred: Monday / Wednesday / Friday
- Hours: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Some flexibility available
What We’re Looking For
- Reliable and consistent — shows up on time, every shift
- Strong cooking skills (simple, hearty meals — “meat and potatoes” style)
- Comfortable working independently in a rural home setting
- Confident managing light structure without constant direction
- Comfortable with dogs, cats and horses (multiple friendly animals onsite)
- Able to navigate a property with gates and outdoor access requirements
Pay & Benefits
- Daily Pay! Earned wage access
- Competitive Pay: $16.00 – $18.00/hour
- Flexible scheduling
- Morning and afternoon shifts available
- Hands-on training and online training modules
- Career path opportunities
- Health insurance
- 4% 401K match holiday pay
- 24/7 on-call support
Qualifications
- Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting and eager to learn
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodations
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every day
- Compassionate, supportive, and dependable
- Minimum 1 year experience in healthcare, in-home care, hospitality, or similar people-facing roles
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Takes pride in delivering high-quality, companionship-first care
Does this sound like you? We would love to talk with you!
Click Apply Now or call 563-585-1409
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.
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