Caregiver – Hindi, Bengali, Marathi or Gujarati Speaking

Elara Caring•Arlington Heights, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Elara Caring is hiring a Caregiver (Personal Care Aide) in Palatine, Illinois. The role provides in-home personal care and support to improve a client's quality of life, comfort, and dignity. The caregiver must speak Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, or another language or dialect commonly spoken in India. Familiarity with Indian culture is preferred. The case involves approximately six-hour shifts, five to six days per week. The schedule may be shared between two caregivers. The position pays $19.00–$20.00 per hour, offers a sign-on bonus of up to $1,300, and includes access to DailyPay. The employer also describes paid training, career advancement opportunities, a supportive team, and medical, dental, and vision benefits plus a 401(k) match, subject to eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Ability to speak Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, or another language or dialect commonly spoken in India.
Minimum of 6 months of personal or professional caregiving experience.
Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Reliable transportation to and from the client's home.
Ability to lift, stand, bend, and assist the client as needed, up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Indian culture.
High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene assistance.
Assist the client with mobility, transfers, and daily living activities.
Encourage safe movement and activity in accordance with the established care plan.
Prepare meals and assist with feeding when needed.
Perform light housekeeping, laundry, and other household tasks.
Provide companionship and emotional support.
Promote a safe, comfortable, and respectful home environment.