Lake Forest Caregiver Needed (Home Care)
About The Position
Amada Senior Care is seeking compassionate caregivers to provide non-medical home care to seniors and support their families. Caregivers help clients with activities of daily living while promoting comfort, well-being, security, and companionship. Care needs vary by client and may include personal care, meal preparation, medication reminders, mobility assistance, light housekeeping, errands, and help getting to appointments. The position is based in person and serves clients in Lake Forest and other North and Western Chicago suburbs. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available, including live-in and weekend positions. The job posting lists pay of $16.50–$18.00 per hour and offers flexible scheduling based on available cases.
Requirements
- At least one year of caregiving experience or equivalent.
- Valid ID and Social Security Card.
- Ability to commute reliably to or plan to relocate to the North/Western Suburbs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in caregiving techniques and ability to manage challenging behaviors effectively.
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
- Familiarity with home care systems.
- Competence in meal preparation for special dietary needs.
Nice To Haves
- Driver’s license.
- Experience in assisted living or senior care environments.
- Background in childcare, social work, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and personal care.
- Provide companionship and emotional support.
- Prepare meals and assist with feeding, including for special dietary needs.
- Remind clients to take medication.
- Assist with walking and exercise.
- Perform light housekeeping and personal laundry.
- Run errands, shop, and escort or assist clients to and from appointments.
- Maintain household records.
- Monitor and report changes in clients’ health status.
- Use behavior-management techniques when necessary.
Benefits
- Weekly pay.
- Flexible scheduling.
- 24-hour staff support.
- Health insurance for eligible full-time employees.
- Dental insurance for eligible full-time employees.
- Vision insurance for eligible full-time employees.
- 401(k) for eligible full-time employees.
- Overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per week.
- Incentives, recognition, and awards.
- Paid training.
- Flexible start dates.
- Referral program with a bonus for referring a new caregiver.
- Paid time off.
- Bonus opportunities.
- Direct deposit.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
