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Experience Caregiver Needed

Senior Helpers

  • Chicago, Illinois
  • 30+ days ago
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    Skills

    • Background Investigationunmatched
    • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Cook Dishesunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
    • Health Planunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Lift/Move 25 Poundsunmatched
    • Medicationsunmatched
    • Personal Careunmatched
    • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
    • Training Programunmatched

    Description

    Job Summary:

    Senior Helpers in Elmwood Park, IL is seeking compassionate and experienced Caregivers near Zip Code 60164. This is a part-time or full-time, hourly healthcare/medical job located in Chicago, Illinois. As a Caregiver, you will play a vital role in providing support and assistance to elderly clients in their homes. This is an individual contributor role that offers a competitive hourly rate of $18 to $20, paid biweekly.

    Compensation & Benefits:

    • Hourly pay of $18 to $20, paid biweekly
    • Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development opportunities
    • Flexible scheduling options
    • Supportive and friendly work environment
    • Opportunity for growth and advancement within the company

    Requirements:

    • Must live within or near Zip Code 60164
    • Minimum of 1-2 years of caregiving experience (REQUIRED)
    • CNA or HHA certification, or completion of a caregiving training program (PREFERRED)
    • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
    • Compassionate and caring demeanor
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    • Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license (preferred)
    • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, stand, bend, and kneeling for extended periods of time

    Responsibilities:

    • Provide personal care and assistance to elderly clients in their homes, including but not limited to bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and medication reminders
    • Assist with daily living activities such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, and running errands
    • Monitor clients' health and report any changes to the care team
    • Maintain a safe and comfortable environment for clients
    • Document and communicate any important information related to clients' care to the care team
    • Build meaningful relationships with clients and their families
    • Follow care plans and assist with any specialized care needs as directed by the care team
    • Comply with all company policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations

    EEOC Statement: Senior Helpers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

    Must be 18 years of age to apply.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChicago, Illinois
    IndustryHealthcare Services
    Company Size500 to 999 employees
    Websiteseniorhelpers.com

    About Company

    Welcome to Senior Helpers, Leading Senior Home Care Providers! Senior Helpers is pleased to be the first in-home care provider to develop and implement a comprehensive training program to instruct our caregivers on how best to help clients and families living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. We are proud to have been the first in the industry to partner with renowned occupational therapist and Alzheimer’s expert Teepa Snow and her Positive Approach™ to Care (PAC) on the development of our Senior Gems program. Teepa has over 30 years of experience as a dementia care and dementia education specialist. Our partnership with Teepa over the years has enabled us to expand our range of care and become one of the nation’s leading senior health care providers.

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