Caregiver

Visiting-Angels; Jacksonville (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $400

Weekly pay

Flexible hours (FT/PT/PRN)

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Tele-health for enrolled employees

Job summary

Visiting Angels Springfield, IL is seeking dedicated caregivers to support seniors in the Central Illinois area. You will assist with daily living activities, transport, meal prep, and companionship, while following safety protocols and care plans.

This role offers flexible hours, weekly pay, and opportunities for professional growth. We value compassionate individuals who can provide reliable, respectful care, maintain documentation, and collaborate with families and healthcare professionals to

Qualifications

• Strong compassion for seniors and a caring attitude.
• Basic knowledge of emergency response and first aid.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent communication with clients and families.

Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medications
• Assist with ambulation and mobility
• Assist with personal care and hygiene
• Plan and prepare meals with client input
• Shop for or accompany clients on shopping trips
• Perform light housekeeping
• Be a pleasant and supportive companion
• Report unusual incidents
• Act quickly in emergencies

Skills

Compassionate care

Emergency first aid

Time management

Strong communication

Patient and empathetic

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Caregiver - $400 Bonus Available*

• Pay Rate: $16-$20/hour
• Differential pay for nights and weekends
• Weekly Pay!
• $400 Sign On Bonus Available*
• Flexible Hours Offering Full-time, Part-time, PRN, Weekdays, Nights, Weekends
• Shifts are available now !!!
• Varied Shifts to benefit everyone offering 1 hour, 2 hour, 3 hour to 12 hour shifts
• You Make Your Own Schedule
• Travel Time with Mileage reimbursement
• Caregiver Assistance Program for employees maintaining 35-40 hours a week
• Caregiver mentor program- offering on-going training
• Client referral bonus
• Caregiver referral bonus
• Paid Orientation
• Paid Time Off
• Free Tele-health program for all employees and their families enrolled in full time benefits
• Dental , Health And Vision Insurance
• Employee Appreciation- Because Your are valued !!
• Never walk into the unexpected, Visiting Angels never sends you in alone, Offering client and caregiver introductions!

Being a Caregiver at Visiting Angels Springfield is a job that is rewarding, allowing you to give back to your community and broaden your skills. The Springfield Office Team provides caregivers for the Central Illinois area including Sangamon County, Menard County, Morgan County, Logan County, and many others. We are seeking one-of-a-kind individuals to join our team today! Our caregiver jobs are for individuals who are truly committed to providing compassionate care to senior adults and those in need. We employee individuals with strong backgrounds in home care or elderly care, a history of community involvement and, most of all, big hearts. Employment with Visiting Angels is much more than just a job, it’s a chance to provide compassion to great families by offering a helping hand to someone in need.

Visiting Angels Springfield supports the seniors with daily living responsibilities such as light housekeeping tasks, meal preparation, one-on-one mobility assistance and providing transportation and much more.

Visiting Angels is also an opportunity for personal growth, Offering the opportunity for advanced training in areas like Dementia Care or Alzheimer’s Care so that caregivers can continue to develop their skills.

Caregiver Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks, etc.)
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
• Help clients with routine exercises
• Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
• Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own
• Be a pleasant and supportive companion
• Report any unusual incidents
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Caregiver Requirements

• Passion to serve others - a true caregiver
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Respectful and compassionate
• Good time management skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong ethics
• Physical endurance
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Own a vehicle with current insurance
• Social Security Card

*Must meet all qualifications to receive bonus.