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University of Wisconsin-Madison

In-Home Companion Caregiver

Not Remote, United States

Location
Not Remote, United States
Work
Not stated
Employment
Not stated
Level
Not stated
Function
Healthcare
Pay
From $40.00 an hour (read from the ad)
Posted
3 weeks ago

About the role

Department Overview:

Helping Hands at Home is a Middeton-based, woman-led business that provides care coordination and social work support services to families who are caring for a loved-one with dementia and wish to age in place. We assist families in building and coordinating teams of in-home care providers.

Anticipated Start Date

11/1/26

Anticipated Hours Per Week

0 to 24

Schedule:

Flexible hours available: 3-24 hour shifts, weekdays or weekends, possible overnights (asleep.) $40/hr starting.

Salary/Wage Range:

Hourly $40.00 to $45.00

Number Of Positions

2

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Seeking caring and attentive individuals to provide non-medical in-home support to people with dementia. Downtown/West Side locations, very part time and fill-in hours available

  • Caregivers are tasked with ensuring the safety of clients in their care and reporting any health or safety concerns immediately
  • Caregivers will assist clients in engaging with their daily routine, including dressing, prompts to complete personal care tasks, and assistance preparing snacks, meals
  • Caregivers will support clients to remain engaged in their physical and mental health through conversation, puzzles, going on walks and similarly enriching activities
  • Caregivers are expected to provide full supervision to clients at all times and complete detailed documentation of daily activities
  • Collaboration with the larger care team through good communication and attendance at caregiver meetings is expected
  • Additional duties may include medication reminders, pet care, light housekeeping and similar tasks.

Qualifications:

Requirements

All caregivers must complete a state of Wisconsin background check, have access to an ensured vehicle and a valid drivers license.

Experience providing hands on care to people with dementia, older adults, or those with cognitive disabilities preferred but willing to train those who are open to learning.

Caregivers should be comfortable navigating unpredictable situations and managing challenging behaviors.

Physical Demands

must be comfortable going on long walks and standing for long periods

Application Instructions:

Please send a letter of interest along with a resume to Ali Konkel at helpinghandsofmiddleton@gmail.com. Please include information on your availability. Feel free to reach out with questions.

Contact:

Org: Helping Hands at Home

Web: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084516752594

Email: helpinghandsofmiddleton@gmail.com

Source

Posted by University of Wisconsin-Madison on their own hiring page, careers.pageuppeople.com. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 05:57 UTC; the original is the reference.

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