Caregiver - Bellwood

Senior Helpers; Bellwood (IL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Referral bonus program

Recognition and awards

Paid Orientation

Training opportunities

Professional growth

Job summary

Senior Helpers of Greater Chicago is seeking compassionate caregivers to join our team in Bellwood, IL. We welcome applicants with or without caregiving experience and offer on‑the‑job training and growth opportunities.

You’ll build relationships with clients, assist with daily tasks, and participate in activities that promote independence. We offer flexible shifts (weekdays, weekends, overnights) and competitive pay at $16–$18 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• On-the-job training available; prior caregiving experience not required.
• Reliable, empathetic, and flexible with strong communication.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends, holidays, and overnights.
• Negative tuberculosis test.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with clients and participate in client’s hobbies.
• Perform light housekeeping, cook, and run errands as needed.
• Provide individualized care as detailed in the care plan.
• Remain calm and collected during emergencies.
• Communicate client changes to the office.

Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Caregiver – Bellwood, IL

Would you like to work for an award‑winning caregiving company? Come join us at Senior Helpers of Greater Chicago! Senior Helpers Store of the Year 2024 and the first national in‑home care company to be recognized as a Great Place to Work 3 years in a row! Senior Helpers is seeking new caregivers to join our team. Whether you have no experience or have done caregiving before, we would love to hear from you. We match your skill level! Senior Helpers will also help provide you with the ability to grow professionally within the care industry by providing learning opportunities and experience. We serve the greater Chicagoland area, so we serve a variety of clients to match you with! We have available shifts now for weekdays, weekends, flex care with our facilities, day shifts, evening shifts, and overnights.

Benefits

• Accumulate PTO as you work
• Be eligible for Health, Dental, and Vision insurance as well as 401K benefits after working 1500 hours
• And be eligible for Pre‑Tax Commuter Benefits

Perks

• Enjoy flexible scheduling
• Referral bonus program
• Receive Recognition and awards
• Paid Orientation
• Enjoy a personally rewarding field with supportive staff who are ready to help
• Receive competitive pay at $16‑18 an hour
• And training opportunities, as well as professional growth

Qualifications

• You must be at least 18 years old (required)
• Prior caregiving experience preferred, but we are proud to offer you on‑the‑job training
• Ability to be reliable, empathetic, and flexible (preferred)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build trusting relationships with clients and families.
• Patient, reliable, and culturally sensitive, with a strong commitment to preserving client dignity and independence.
• Able to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts.
• Valid Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle with car insurance.
• With a negative Tuberculosis test.

Responsibilities

• Build a positive relationship with your client by taking part in engaging conversations and participating in your client’s favorite hobbies
• Be able to perform light housekeeping, cook, and run errands as needed
• Provide individualized care as detailed in the care plan
• Have the ability to remain calm and collected during emergencies
• Be able to communicate with the office regarding any client changes to the office

Apply Today and Start Making a Difference!

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.