Home Care Assistant

Assisting HandsOrland Park, IL
21h$16 - $18

About The Position

Assisting Hands Home Care Are you someone who finds purpose in helping others? Do you believe that dignity, independence, and compassion matter—especially at home? At Assisting Hands , our caregivers are the heart of everything we do. As a Caregiver, you’ll provide meaningful support that allows clients to live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes. Every shift is an opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life. 💼 Position Summary As a Caregiver, you will deliver compassionate personal care and homemaking services in accordance with each client’s individualized Plan of Care. Working under the guidance of the Staffing Coordinator, you will play a vital role in promoting safety, comfort, and overall well-being. This is more than a job — it’s a chance to positively impact lives every single day.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED (Required)
  • A compassionate, dependable, and patient-centered mindset
  • Strong communication and observation skills

Nice To Haves

  • At least one (1) year of experience in home care, long-term care, or a similar healthcare setting

Responsibilities

  • Create a Clean & Safe Home Environment
  • Perform light housekeeping (bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas)
  • Assist with laundry, dishes, and general tidying
  • Maintain a safe, comfortable, and organized living space
  • Provide Personal Care & Daily Living Support
  • Assist with hygiene, grooming, dressing, shaving, and transfers
  • Support mobility, ambulation, and prescribed exercise routines
  • Help with eating and other daily living activities
  • Support Nutrition & Meal Preparation
  • Prepare and serve balanced meals
  • Assist with feeding when needed
  • Ensure dietary needs are followed according to the care plan
  • Monitor Health & Well-Being
  • Observe and report changes in physical or emotional condition
  • Document personal care activities, vital signs, and intake/output as required
  • Communicate important updates to the Staffing Coordinator
  • Promote Safe Mobility
  • Assist with walkers, wheelchairs, and hoyer lifts
  • Encourage participation in range-of-motion and prescribed exercises
  • Support family members in safe caregiving practices
  • Medication Assistance
  • Assist with self-administered medications
  • Retrieve medications, read labels, and support proper intake
  • Document medication assistance and ensure proper storage
  • Infection Control & Compliance
  • Follow CDC hand hygiene and infection control guidelines
  • Adhere to company policies, procedures, and training standards

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Training & development
  • Meaningful, purpose-driven work
  • Supportive team environment
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Opportunity to grow your caregiving experience
  • Make a direct and lasting impact in your community
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