Home Care Aide (Servicing the Chicagoland area and South Suburbs)

We Are Hiring!

We are looking for friendly, compassionate, and dedicated Home Care AidesSince 1980, Chicago Commons has been committed to providing services to help seniors and adults with disabilities stay in their homes, maintain their independence and enhance their quality of life.

We provide home care services to almost 1,300 senior throughout the Chicago Metropolitan area. 

 Work is Available on the following zip codes: 60626, 60640, 60622, 60624, 608, 60612, and many mote in the Chicago area

What We Offer: 

• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Part-Time and Full-Time Hours
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible Work Schedule

All health related benefits are union sponsored BY SEIU ( Service Employees International Union)  local 880

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Plan and prepare meals, perform light housekeeping chores and tasks 
• Making and changing beds, dusting, washing dishes, vacuuming, cleaning floors 
• Assisting with self-administered medication 
•  Remind client to take medication; reading instructions or utilization          
• Assisting with personal care tasks i.e. shaving, shampooing and combing hair 
• Assisting with bathing, toileting, dressing brushing and cleaning teeth and dentures 
• Assist with the appropriate use of equipment or supplies (canes, wheelchairs, etc.) when transferring a client from the bed to a chair or to and from the bath or toilet 
• Assisting the client with range of motion ( such as sitting up or standing) 
• Escort client to medical facilities, shopping and errands or individual business as specified in the plan of care 
• Assist shopping or running of errands 
• Actively participates in all staff meetings, monthly in-service training and regular supervision

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. )  

EDUCATION: 

• High School Graduate/ GED equivalent or prior verifiable experience  
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  

• At least 6 months of relevant work experience  
• Ability to speak / write English 
• Bilingual ability a plus (Spanish, Russian, Polish,) 
• Be in compliance with all existing regulations and company policies. 
• Must meet transportation, language and cultural requirements specific to need 

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT:

• Successfully complete all required IDPH - Healthcare Worker Registry background checks.
• Provide proof of required education.
• Proof of previous employment and work history 
• 3 written letters of recommendation
• TB Test

Applicants may review information regarding disqualifying criminal offenses under IDPH Healthcare Workers Disqualifying Offenses

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

(The unavoidable, externally imposed conditions under which the work must be performed, and which create hardship for the incumbent including the frequency and duration of occurrence of physical demands, environmental conditions, demands on one’s senses and metal demands.) 

• Must have reliable transportation  
• Must be prepared to work independently in individual homes 
• Must be prepared to have flexible work hours 

Physical & Working Condition Requirements:

The physical demands outlined here reflect the requirements necessary for an employee to perform effectively in this role.  Employees will regularly need to communicate in English, both in person and over the telephone. Proficiency in reading English is essential. Frequent operation of a word-processing system is required, including the ability to read, produce, and transmit data effectively.  The role involves frequent standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, and occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Employees should be capable of lifting and/or moving items weighing up to 20 pounds on occasion. Additionally, specific vision requirements include the ability to see close range.

Employment Conditions:

This job description is designed to outline the essential functions and basic duties associated with the position. It serves as a guideline for job expectations and the skills necessary for employee success.  Please note that this document is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities required. Additional duties and requirements may be assigned as deemed appropriate for the position. This document does not constitute a contract of employment, and Chicago Commons reserves the right to modify this job description or assign tasks as necessary.