Caregiver - Northshore

We are seeking a compassionate Caregiver to join our team, providing assistance to individuals in their daily living activities and ensuring their comfort and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Help with meal preparation and medication reminders.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks.
• Escort clients to appointments and run errands.
• Monitor and report changes in client's health status.
• Implement behavior management techniques when necessary.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, meal preparation/feeding, medication reminders, walking/exercise assistance, light housekeeping, errands/shopping, toileting, and non-medical help.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in caregiving (required).
• Valid ID and Social Security Card (required).
• Driver’s License (preferred).
• Ability to commute or relocate to the North/Western suburbs before starting work (required).

Skills

• Experience in assisted living or senior care environments.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
• Proficiency in caregiving techniques.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviors effectively.
• Familiarity with home care systems.
• Background in childcare, social work, or related fields.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competence in meal preparation for special dietary needs.

Benefits

• Weekly pay via direct deposit.
• Flexible scheduling (part-time and full-time available).
• 24-hour support.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (eligible for full-time employees).
• 401K (eligible for full-time employees).
• Overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per week.
• Incentives, recognition, and awards.
• Paid training and career growth opportunities.
• Referral program with bonuses for bringing in new caregivers.
• Paid time off.

Pay

$16.50 - $18.00 per hour, with bonus opportunities.

Schedule

• 4-hour or 8-hour shifts.
• Day shifts, mornings, and on-call availability.
• Monday to Friday, with rotating weekends and weekends as needed.

Openings are based in the following areas: Glenview, Evanston, Northbrook, Highland Park, Skokie, Niles, Chicago, Park Ridge, Lake Bluff, Libertyville, Lake Forest, Oakbrook, Forest Park, Riverside, Downers Grove, Westmont, and surrounding suburbs.