Office Assistant and Standby Caregiver

Benefits:

• Company-Provided Tools
• Direct Access to Leadership
• Cross-Skill Development
• Career Advancement Path
• Guaranteed Hours
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Competitive salary

$21.00 / hour

Full-Time | Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Office-based with field response in Missouri

Are you a seasoned caregiver looking to step out of full-time field work and into an office environment without losing your touch for direct care?

At Assisting Hands, we are expanding, and we are looking for a reliable, highly organized, and proactive team member to become a key player in our operations. In this versatile hybrid role, you will serve as the right hand to our Office Manager, Sharon, keeping our day-to-day administration running seamlessly, while standing by as our trusted, go-to caregiver when emergency field coverage is needed.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment, take pride in exceptional attention to detail, and love knowing your work directly impacts both clients and care teams, this position is for you!

• Operations: Assist the Office Manager and Owners with daily operations, scanning, filing, and digital document management.
• Compliance: Track and maintain caregiver credentials, certifications, and compliance logs.
• Client Onboarding: Prepare comprehensive client folders for new consultations and assist with urgent intake needs.
• Finance Support: Process invoices, assist with insurance claim filings, and track pending documentation.
• Communication: Answer incoming phones with warmth and professionalism, and assist with caregiver orientations.

• Emergency Coverage: Step in confidently for last-minute shift gaps or open client needs.
• Exceptional Care: Provide compassionate, high-standard personal care, assistance with ADLs, full bathing/toileting routines, and brief changes.
• Mobility & Transfers: Safely assist clients using gait belts, slide boards, Hoyer lifts, and other medical equipment.
• Client Transportation: Provide safe transportation for clients to appointments or errands as needed.

• Proven Caregiving
  
  Experience:
  
  Confident in handling diverse care needs, including advanced transfers (Hoyer lift experience preferred, but training is provided).
• Sharp Administrative
  
  Skills:
  
  High attention to detail, strong organizational habits, and comfortable learning new office software.
• Reliability & Flexibility: A "jump-in-and-help" mindset with a strong work ethic.
• Professional Adaptability: Comfortable working with diverse clients in various home environments (including homes with pets or smokers).
• Logistics: Valid Driver’s License, reliable personal vehicle, and active auto insurance (required).

• Consistent
  
  Hours:
  
  Enjoy predictable Monday - Friday daytime hours. No late nights or weekend shifts!
• Career Growth: A unique, blended role that builds your administrative skills while honoring your caregiving expertise.
• Supportive Culture: Work directly alongside Office Manager and Owners in a warm, family-oriented atmosphere.
• Great Benefits: Accrue PTO as you work, plus eligibility for quarterly performance bonuses.

PTO will be accrued through employment!

Potential for quarterly bonuses after probationary period!

If you are a dependable, adaptable, and compassionate professional ready to make an impact both in the office and in the field, we want to hear from you.