Skilled Caregiver

About the role

Join Senior Helpers of Greater Chicago and become part of something truly special! We’re proud to be named Senior Helpers Store of the Year 2024 and to be part of the first national in-home care company recognized as a Great Place to Work® three years in a row. Now, we’re growing—and we’d love for you to grow with us!

Responsibilities

• Assisted clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding while maintaining dignity and comfort.
• Provided mobility support, including safe transfers from bed to wheelchair, repositioning, and ambulation assistance.
• Administered medication reminders and ensured adherence to prescribed care plans.
• Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and assisted with feeding when necessary.
• Maintained a clean, safe, and organized living environment to prevent infection and accidents.
• Offered companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being and reduce isolation.
• Accompanied clients to medical appointments.
• Observed and reported changes in clients’ physical, emotional, or behavioral conditions to family members or healthcare professionals.
• Followed safety protocols and infection control guidelines at all times.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 5+ years of hands-on experience providing high-quality personal care to elderly and disabled clients in home and facility settings.
• Highly skilled in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding while maintaining dignity and comfort.
• Proficient in safe patient handling techniques, including transfers using gait belts, Hoyer lifts, and wheelchairs.
• Knowledgeable in monitoring vital signs, medication reminders, and documenting changes in physical and emotional conditions.
• Trained in infection control, hygiene management, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build trusting relationships with clients and families.
• Patient, reliable, and culturally sensitive, with a strong commitment to preserving client dignity and independence.
• Able to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts.
• Valid Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle with car insurance.
• With a negative Tuberculosis test.

Benefits

• 401K
• PTO
• Friendly work environment and employee recognition events.
• Specialized training and opportunities for personal certifications.
• Referral bonus program
• Recognition and awards
• Paid Orientation
• Personally rewarding field with supportive staff who are ready to help
• Competitive pay at $18 an hour for skilled/experienced caregivers and CNA.
• And training opportunities, as well as professional growth

Pay

$18 an hour for skilled/experienced caregivers and CNA.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling options—including weekdays, weekends, facility-based flex care, day shifts, evening shifts, and overnight opportunities.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 5+ years of hands-on experience providing high-quality personal care to elderly and disabled clients in home and facility settings.
• Highly skilled in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding while maintaining dignity and comfort.
• Proficient in safe patient handling techniques, including transfers using gait belts, Hoyer lifts, and wheelchairs.
• Knowledgeable in monitoring vital signs, medication reminders, and documenting changes in physical and emotional conditions.
• Trained in infection control, hygiene management, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build trusting relationships with clients and families.
• Patient, reliable, and culturally sensitive, with a strong commitment to preserving client dignity and independence.
• Able to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts.
• Valid Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle with car insurance.
• With a negative Tuberculosis test.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.