Compassionate Caregiver

Assisting Hands of Orland Park•Orland Park, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Caregiver with Assisting Hands, you will enhance clients’ quality of life by providing compassionate, dependable, and personalized care in their homes. Under the direction of the Care Manager and in accordance with each client’s individualized Plan of Care, you will assist with personal care, daily living activities, and household tasks, promoting a clean, safe, and comfortable environment while supporting client independence and well-being. This position offers flexible scheduling, with shifts available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, depending on client needs, available assignments, and caregiver availability. A guaranteed minimum number of working hours is not provided; actual hours depend on client requirements, available assignments, and scheduling needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Compassionate, dependable, and committed to providing quality care.
Ability to follow individualized care plans and agency policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in home care, long-term care, or a related healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Perform light housekeeping, including cleaning bathrooms, bedrooms, living spaces, and other commonly used areas.
Assist with laundry, dishwashing, and routine household tasks to maintain a clean and sanitary environment.
Keep the client's home organized, comfortable, and free from potential safety hazards.
Assist with personal hygiene, grooming, bathing, dressing, shaving, and transferring as outlined in the Plan of Care.
Support clients with mobility, walking, and prescribed exercise routines.
Assist with eating and other activities of daily living based on individual needs.
Prepare and serve meals according to clients’ dietary requirements and preferences.
Assist with meal planning and feeding when necessary, and help ensure clients receive appropriate nutrition in accordance with their care plans.
Observe clients for changes in physical health, emotional well-being, or behavior and promptly report concerns to appropriate agency personnel.
Document care provided and maintain accurate records of required observations, including vital signs and fluid intake and output when applicable.
Assist clients in using wheelchairs, walkers, and Hoyer lifts, following proper safety procedures and training.
Encourage and assist with prescribed physical activities and range-of-motion exercises as directed in the Plan of Care.
Provide basic guidance and support to family members regarding appropriate care routines and home safety practices.
Follow infection prevention and control practices, including proper handwashing and hygiene procedures, in accordance with applicable CDC guidelines.
Comply with agency policies, procedures, and standards outlined in the Caregiver Handbook, Policy and Procedure Manual, and Caregiver Training Manual.
Maintain professional conduct and follow applicable care and safety requirements.