Be the Heart of Home Care in Palos Park, IL – Caregiver Role

Always Best Care Senior Services - DuPage/ Cook and Will County•Palos Park, IL

2d•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Always Best Care Chicagoland is hiring compassionate caregivers to provide non-medical home care that helps seniors remain safe and independent in their homes. The role supports clients with daily activities and personal care, helping keep them happy and healthy at home. The agency describes its workplace as caring, compassionate, customer-centric, rewarding, and engaging, and says caregivers are treated with love and respect. The position is based in Palos Park, Illinois, and is performed in person. Full-time and part-time schedules are available. Paid training is provided. The stated pay is $19–$20 per hour, with weekly pay and direct deposit. Mileage and travel time between clients are provided.

Requirements

At least one year of caregiving or home care experience.
Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards.
Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking, with attention to dietary constraints.
Respectful and compassionate manner with good bedside manner.
Strong communication, time-management, and interpersonal skills.
Driver’s license.
Physical endurance to complete required tasks.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to work in the USA.
Must be very reliable.
Willingness to work full-time or part-time.

Responsibilities

Provide medication reminders.
Assist clients with ambulation and mobility at home and outside, including accompanying them to appointments or walks.
Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
Help clients complete physical therapy and other recommended exercises.
Shop for clients or accompany them while shopping, as needed.
Perform light housekeeping that clients cannot complete themselves, including meal preparation.
Report unusual incidents to the Care Coordinator.
Act quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
Follow the client’s care plan.