Job Description
Imagine ending each shift knowing you helped someone live more comfortably and independently in their own home. As a Caregiver serving the Brookings community, you become a trusted companion and a steady source of support for aging adults who want to remain where they feel most at ease. This is meaningful work built on compassion, patience, and genuine human connection, and every day brings a chance to make a real difference.
About the Role
In this position, you provide personalized Home Health support to seniors and their families throughout Brookings and the surrounding area. You will visit clients in their residences, offering practical help alongside friendly companionship. No two days look exactly alike, and your warmth and reliability will become an essential part of each client's routine. Whether you are new to Home Health or bring years of experience, you will find a welcoming environment where your care is valued.
What You Will Do
- Assist clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
- Prepare nutritious meals and support healthy eating habits tailored to each client's needs.
- Provide light housekeeping, laundry, and help with errands or transportation.
- Offer medication reminders and monitor changes in a client's condition, reporting concerns promptly.
- Deliver companionship through conversation, shared activities, and encouragement.
- Follow individualized care plans and contribute to a coordinated approach to Home Health that keeps families informed and reassured.
Qualifications
We welcome caring individuals who want to grow within the Home Health field. The following help you succeed in this role:
- A compassionate, dependable, and respectful attitude toward older adults.
- Strong communication skills and the patience to adapt to each client's pace.
- The physical ability to assist with transfers, mobility, and daily tasks. We do have a 25lb lifting restriction/limit.
- A valid driver's license and reliable transportation for visiting clients in the Brookings area.
- The ability to pass required background screenings.
- Prior Home Health, caregiving, or related experience is appreciated, though we provide training for motivated candidates.
If you are looking for a role where kindness truly matters, this is a place to thrive. You will be supported, trained, and encouraged as you build rewarding relationships and help neighbors maintain their dignity and independence at home.
About Us
Home Instead is part of a trusted network dedicated to enhancing the lives of aging adults and their families. Our local team provides personalized in-home care designed around each client's unique needs, from companionship and daily assistance to specialized support. Rooted in the South Dakota community, we believe every senior deserves to age with comfort, respect, and connection. Our caregivers are the heart of what we do, and we are committed to fostering a supportive, encouraging workplace where compassion leads the way.