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Caregiver - Grand Island

Grand Island, NE · On-site

$16/hr

Caregiver - Grand IslandID:2025BDepartment:Client ServicesLocation:Grand Island, NE Please note that this is the job board for the franchise office located at 1420 West 2nd Street Hastings, NE 68901

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$20 - $23.50/hr

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Caregiver

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$20 - $23.50/hr

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Caregiver

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$20 - $23.50/hr

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How much do island caretaker jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for island caretaker in the United States is $19.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily duties and work environment for an island caretaker?

Island Caretakers commonly handle a mix of routine property maintenance, lawn and garden care, minor repairs, and monitoring of water, power, and security systems. The work environment is often remote and solitary, requiring self-sufficiency and a proactive approach to solving unexpected challenges. Day-to-day responsibilities can also include managing supply inventories, coordinating with off-site owners or local service providers, and sometimes welcoming guests or renters. Flexibility is key, as tasks often vary depending on the island's needs and weather conditions. While the setting can be tranquil and scenic, the role demands a reliable work ethic and comfort with limited social interaction.

What does an island caretaker do?

An island caretaker is responsible for maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and overall condition of the island environment. They may oversee facilities, manage supplies, monitor wildlife, and ensure the safety of visitors or residents, often working in remote or outdoor settings. Skills in maintenance, environmental management, and sometimes first aid are typically required.

How do you become an island caretaker?

To become an island caretaker, candidates typically need relevant experience in property management, maintenance, or environmental conservation. Strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently, and sometimes certifications in first aid or safety are also beneficial. Many positions require physical fitness and the willingness to live in remote or isolated environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the island caretaker position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Island Caretaker, you need practical skills in property maintenance, landscaping, basic plumbing and electrical repairs, often supported by experience in hospitality or facilities management. Familiarity with operating small boats, generators, and tools, along with relevant safety certifications such as first aid or boating licenses, is commonly required. Strong problem-solving, self-motivation, and communication skills set standout candidates apart in this often isolated role. These abilities ensure the caretaker can independently manage property upkeep, respond to emergencies, and maintain clear contact with owners or support teams.

What is an island caretaker?

An island caretaker is a person responsible for maintaining and overseeing the safety, security, and upkeep of an island property or reserve. The role often involves tasks such as managing facilities, monitoring environmental conditions, and ensuring the well-being of the island's ecosystem, sometimes requiring skills in maintenance, security, and environmental conservation. The position may require living on the island for extended periods and having relevant certifications or experience in outdoor or property management.
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Infographic showing various Island Caretaker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,697 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Caregiver Grand Island Area

Home Instead

Grand Island, NE • On-site

$15.50/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Re-posted 27 days ago

Home Instead rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 392 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

167th of 239 rated social care providers

Job description

Introduction
Home Instead is the leading provider of home care in the Tri City area. Our clients love us and we love them, and we understand that the heart of our company is our caregivers.
Our Culture
At Home Instead, you will be more than just a Caregiver. You will be a Care Professional (CarePro). We strive to honor and respect every CarePro for their unique gifts. We have a thorough training program to prepare you for your assignments, a recognition program to ensure you get the credit you deserve, and competitive pay & benefits so you or your family can be supported from your efforts.
Typical Shift
Your shift will start with driving to the home of your assigned client. Client needs vary, so we match Care Professionals' skills to the clients' needs. You may be asked to do light housekeeping, companionship, outings, medical appointments, showers, toileting, medication reminders, dressing, grooming, oral care, escorting, transferring, or any other ADL or IADL according to the client's needs. You will NOT be asked to do skilled nursing tasks like administering medications, injections, wound care, or therapy.
Candidate Profiles
Successful Care Professionals come from various backgrounds and skill levels including:
  • Experienced caregivers
  • People with caring hearts without caregiving experience
  • Caregivers or CNAs who enjoy assisted living, or skilled nursing but want a change from a facility.
  • Home health, hospice, or home care aids
  • New CNA graduates
  • Recent high school graduates
  • Empty nesters seeking a service-oriented part-time job
  • Stay-at-home parents wanting flexible daytime hours
  • Students
  • Future nurses
  • Retirees

Pay
  • Starting at $14.50 for non-CNA
  • Starting at $15.50 with a CNA
  • $0.25 raise every 6 months for the first 2 years of employment
  • Company wide raises every 1-2 years
  • Shift differential for short shifts

Benefits
  • Paid New Hire Training
  • Paid Continuing Education
  • Up to $5,250 Tuition/Year at Bellevue University
  • Competitive Pay
  • Referral Bonus Cash
  • Free Home Instead Shirt
  • Free Personal Protective Equipment
  • Rewards and Recognition
  • Fun, Supportive and Family Oriented Work Environment with Awesome Coworkers!

Schedules
  • Full Time
  • Part Time
  • Days
  • Mornings
  • Afternoons
  • Evenings
  • Overnight
  • Holidays
  • Weekends
  • After school
  • PRN
  • On call
  • Self-determined schedule
  • Overtime

Locations
  • Grand Island
  • Doniphan
  • St. Libbory
  • St. Paul
  • Alda
  • Wood River
  • Shelton
  • Phillips
  • Chapman
  • Central City
  • Cairo
  • Aurora
  • Giltner
  • Dannebrog
  • Boelus

Requirements
  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • Ability to communicate effectively with clients
  • Reliable transportation with proof of registration and insurance
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs or more

Position Information
Title:Caregiver Grand Island AreaID:2024BDepartment:Client ServicesLocation:Grand Island, NE
Please note that this is the job board for the franchise office located at 1420 West 2nd Street Hastings, NE 68901. Each Home Instead franchise is independently owned and operated. To find a franchise near you, please visit the Careers page.
For job related questions please call the franchise office at 402-462-8500.

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About Home Instead

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Home Instead is the world’s largest home care franchise network and the flagship home care brand of Honor. Together, Honor and the Home Instead network delivers better jobs for Care Professionals, better home care for aging adults, and entirely new offerings to support the aging journey. With over two decades of experience caring for seniors and their families, the Home Instead network has developed unique tools and ways of working that create meaningful impact. - Personalized Care Plans - Extensive Care Pro Training - Innovative Technology - Relationship Building

Industry

Health care and social assistance, individual, family and community social assistance, fitness and sports centers and home health care services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

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