Job Description
Compassion drives everything we do, and we are seeking dedicated individuals who want to make a genuine difference in the lives of seniors throughout Webster, South Dakota. If you find purpose in helping others maintain their independence and dignity, this opportunity offers meaningful work close to home.
About the Role
As a Caregiver supporting our Home Health mission, you will provide non-medical, in-home assistance to aging adults who wish to remain comfortably in familiar surroundings. You will become a trusted companion and a steady presence, delivering personalized support that respects each client's routines, preferences, and goals. This position is ideal for someone who is patient, reliable, and genuinely enjoys building relationships with older adults and their families.
Responsibilities
Your day-to-day work will center on helping clients live safely and comfortably at home. Core duties include:
- Assisting with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility support
- Providing light housekeeping, including laundry, tidying, and maintaining a clean living space
- Preparing nutritious meals and supporting healthy eating habits
- Offering medication reminders and monitoring overall well-being as part of our Home Health commitment
- Providing companionship through conversation, activities, and shared errands
- Assisting with transportation to appointments, shopping, and social engagements
- Communicating changes in a client's condition to family members and the care team
Every task you perform contributes to a comprehensive Home Health experience that allows seniors to age with confidence in the place they love most.
Qualifications
We welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds, including those new to caregiving who bring the right heart for the work. The following qualifications help ensure success in this Home Health role:
- A compassionate, patient, and dependable approach to supporting others
- Strong communication skills and the ability to follow a personalized care plan
- A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel within the Webster area
- The ability to lift up to 25 lbs and assist clients safely with mobility tasks
- Willingness to complete required background checks and training
- Prior experience in caregiving, senior services, or Home Health is helpful but not required, as we provide thorough training
Flexibility is valued, and we work with caregivers to build schedules that fit a variety of availability. Whether you are seeking full-time hours or part-time shifts, your dedication will directly shape the quality of life for the seniors you serve.
About Us
Home Instead is part of a trusted network devoted to enhancing the lives of aging adults and their families. To us, it's personal. Our local team provides reliable, relationship-based care that helps seniors remain independent in their own homes throughout the Webster community and surrounding areas. We believe that every senior deserves respect, companionship, and support delivered with warmth and professionalism. By joining our team, you become part of a mission rooted in dignity, trust, and the belief that growing older should never mean growing apart from the comforts of home.