Caregiver / CNA / Home Care Aides

Amada Senior Care North Shore; Lake Forest (IL); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time employees

401(k) for eligible full-time employees

Paid training to grow your career

Referral program with bonus for referring new caregivers

Incentives, recognition, and awards for outstanding performance

Job summary

Amada Senior Care North Shore is seeking a compassionate Caregiver in Lake Forest, IL. The role involves assisting clients with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and providing companionship. A minimum of 1 year of experience in caregiving is required, along with strong communication skills. The position offers flexibility with part-time or full-time hours and provides benefits like health insurance and paid training for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in assisted living or senior care environments.
• Familiarity with home care systems.
• Background in childcare, social work, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing and grooming.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Help with meal preparation and medication reminders.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks.
• Escort clients to appointments and run errands.
• Monitor and report changes in client’s health status.

Skills

Proficiency in caregiving techniques

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of HIPAA regulations

Ability to manage challenging behaviors

Competence in meal preparation for special dietary needs

Job description

Job Summary

*** MUST HAVE 1+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE ***

We are seeking a compassionate Caregiver to join our team. The Caregiver will provide assistance to individuals in their daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need. If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for caregiving, we encourage you to apply.

Amada Senior Care provides care services for seniors and their families and is committed to enriching lives with nurturing, compassionate senior home care. Our caregivers are trained to provide assistance with personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, feeding, medication reminders, walking/exercise assistance, light housekeeping, errands, toileting, and non-medical help.

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Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Help with meal preparation and medication reminders.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks.
• Escort clients to appointments and run errands.
• Monitor and report changes in client’s health status.
• Implement behavior management techniques when necessary.

Desired Qualifications & Skills

• 1+ year of experience or equivalent in assisted living or senior care environments.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
• Proficiency in caregiving techniques.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviors effectively.
• Familiarity with home care systems.
• Background in childcare, social work, or related fields.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competence in meal preparation for special dietary needs.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Part-time or full-time availability.
• Flexible scheduling based on available cases.
• 24-hour support from friendly staff.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time employees.
• 401(k) for eligible full-time employees.
• Direct deposit.
• Overtime paid for working over 40 hours per week.
• Incentives, recognition, and awards for outstanding performance.
• Paid training to grow your career.
• Referral program with bonus for referring new caregivers.

Location

Openings based in the following suburbs: Glenview, Evanston, Northbrook, Highland Park, Skokie, Niles, Chicago, Park Ridge, Lake Bluff, Libertyville, Lake Forest, Oakbrook, Forest Park, Riverside, Downers Grove, Westmont, and more.

Requirements

• Valid ID and Social Security Card (Required).
• 1 year of experience or equivalent (Required).
• Driver’s license (Preferred).
• Reliable commute or relocation to North/Western suburbs before starting work (Required).