Home Care Assistant

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois • Des Plaines, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is seeking Home Care Assistants for part-time positions, with the potential to transition to full-time. This role involves helping clients maintain independence by providing homecare and personal assistance. LSSI is a growing organization that offers a rewarding environment where employees can make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Requirements

• High school diploma (or equivalent) or one (1) year experience in a comparable human service capacity, or one (1) year experience in caring for a dependent child or adult family member, or demonstration of continued progress towards meeting educational requirements of a general education diploma required
• Background check clearance required
• Must complete required training prior to being assigned direct service work
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in English in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of basic homecare duties, ability to follow and perform duties as assigned on the client plan of care
• Demonstrated ability to show compassion for the needs of the client
• Access to reliable transportation required

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one (1) year experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency preferred
• Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage preferred

Responsibilities

• Observation of client functioning and reporting changes to his/her supervisor or employer; take initiative in notifying supervisor of changes in the client
• Assist with household chores, including but not limited to planning and cooking meals, making beds, dusting, washing dishes, vacuuming, sweeping/mopping floors, cleaning rooms and doing laundry
• Assist in completing activities such as shopping and appointments outside of the home
• Assist client with activities of daily living and personal care (bathing, shampoo/drying hair, shaving, medication reminders, nail care, mouth care and dressing)
• Assist with ambulation, positioning, toileting, and transfers
• Complete the appropriate records documenting service provisions; follow the plan of care and report changes in calendar
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner

Benefits

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure
• Opportunity for advancement
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees