Caregiver (Full-Time)

Brandon Wilde; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 25,223 - 27,180; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Discounted employee meals

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Brandon Wilde in Lincolnshire, Illinois is looking for full-time Caregivers to provide 1:1 support to senior residents. The role requires a high school diploma, 5+ years of caregiving experience, and CPR certification. Caregivers will assist residents with daily activities, promote independence, and work a flexible schedule with a guaranteed minimum of 37.5 hours. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of caregiving or related experience required.
• Dementia care experience preferred for at least 6 months.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, and daily living assistance.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to residents.
• Bring residents to errands and medical appointments.
• Assist with light housekeeping and meal preparation.

Skills

5+ years of caregiving or related experience

Dementia care experience (6+ months)

Strong customer service and hospitality mindset

Basic household skills

Ability to follow instructions in English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Smartphone proficiency

Job description

Title: Caregiver

Pay: $18.31-$19.73 per hour (based on experience) + benefits and perks

Job Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time

Hours: Flexible scheduling; see hours & scheduling section below

About Sedgebrook

When you work at Sedgebrook, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life.

Caregivers at Sedgebrook provide direct 1:1 support to residents within their apartment homes, allowing for meaningful relationships, unrushed care, and a hospitality-focused approach in an award-winning senior living community set on a beautiful campus.

Position Summary

We are seeking warm, compassionate, and hospitality-minded full-time Caregivers to support residents with daily activities while promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life through individualized, one-on-one care. If you are reliable and passionate about providing senior residents with top-quality care, we would love to meet you.

Hours & Scheduling

• Full-time
• Flexible scheduling
• Must provide at least 50 hours of availability per week
• Guaranteed minimum of 37.5 hours worked per week

Preferred 12-Hour Shifts

• 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Weekend Availability Requirement

• Every other weekend (Saturday & Sunday) with a minimum of 8 hours of availability each day, or
• One weekend day each week with a minimum of 8 hours of availability

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 personal care including bathing, dressing, and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Offer companionship, emotional support, and engaging conversation.
• Escort residents to errands, shopping, and medical appointments.
• Encourage independence, involvement, and daily engagement.
• Assist with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and occasional pet care.
• Communicate resident status changes to supervisors.
• Accurately record time worked and services provided using a mobile app.
• Attend required trainings, meetings, and complete assigned courses on time.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5 years of caregiving or related experience.
• Dementia care experience (6+ months) preferred.
• Strong customer service and hospitality mindset.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English, and communicate effectively.
• Basic household skills (light cooking and housekeeping).
• Smartphone capability and proficiency for timekeeping and care documentation.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months).
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Adequate vision and hearing.
• Occasional exposure to cleaning chemicals, communicable diseases, and odors.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (effective 1st of the month following hire)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Discounted employee meals and indoor parking garage access
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work Where You Matter

Join a welcoming, team-oriented senior living community where your work directly enhances residents' quality of life.

Sedgebrook is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and a non-smoking, pet-friendly campus.