Care Partner | CNA | HCA

Cogirusa; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living company in Chicago is seeking Care Partners (CNA/HCA) to provide compassionate care and support to residents. The role focuses on assisting with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity, and encouraging independence through engagement. Candidates should possess caregiving certifications and ideally have experience in memory care. Join a team dedicated to enriching residents' lives while advancing your career with growth opportunities and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Training and growth opportunities

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave

401K with company match

Free meals at work

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA or HCA certification necessary.
• At least 12 months of experience in a caregiving setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities like bathing and grooming.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to residents.
• Encourage participation in activity programs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Patience

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Current caregiver training/certification (CNA/HCA)

Current First Aid and CPR license

Job description

Description

THE COMPANY

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!

We have openings on each shift - day, evening, or NOC.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities.
• Early access to paycheck 9pay on demand).
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• 401K with company match.
• Free meals at work.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

POSITION SUMMARY

Our Care Partners (CNA/HCA) play a critical role in their community. You will provide compassionate and personalized direct care to our residents, helping them with activities of daily living and ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being while promoting independence and maintaining their privacy and dignity. Our Care Partners work in a team setting to ensure a supportive and nurturing environment for our residents.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the residents in activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and transferring as needed, while following community protocol, licensing regulations, and resident and employee safety guidelines.
• Prioritize independence and emotional support for the residents by providing compassionate care, engagement, and companionship.
• Encourage and assist with participation in life enrichment activity programs.
• Assist with light housekeeping duties, such as making beds, tidying rooms, etc.
• Promote open communication between healthcare professionals, families, residents, and staff.

Requirements

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current caregiver training/certification per state requirements, such as CNA or HCA.
• Current First Aid and CPR license or ability to obtain.

Experience, Competencies, and Skills:

• At least 12 months of experience in a professional caregiving setting.
• Experience with memory care is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication skills and a teamwork mindset.
• Positive attitude, empathy, patience, and commitment to treating our residents with dignity and respect.
• Attention to detail, physical stamina, and high integrity.
• Willingness to participate in weekend rotation.