Caregiver (North/West Suburbs)

Amada Senior Care NorthShore; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Training

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Amada Senior Care North Shore in Skokie is looking for a compassionate Caregiver to assist seniors in daily living activities. This role offers flexible scheduling and the chance to positively impact the lives of clients. Essential tasks include personal care, companionship, meal preparation, and light housekeeping.

Ideal candidates should have 1+ years of experience in senior care or assisted living. The position provides competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Valid ID and Social Security Card required.
• 1 year of experience or equivalent necessary.
• Driver's License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Help with meal preparation and medication reminders.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks.

Skills

Experience 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

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Competence in meal preparation for special dietary needs

Job description

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

Job Summary

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.

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.

Skills

• Experience 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.

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. We are committed to enriching lives by providing nurturing, compassionate senior home care. Our caregivers understand that it’s essential to show compassion and really connect with their clients to make the transition to care easier. At Amada, quality care is our priority. Every senior has unique care needs and preferences.

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Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Part-time // Full-time Available
• Flexible scheduling – we'll work with you to find a schedule that works for you based on cases available
• 24‑hour support – Our friendly staff is ready to help you whenever needed
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance (eligible for full time employees)
• 401K (eligible for full time employees)
• Direct Deposit
• Overtime paid for working over 40 hours/week
• Incentives and Recognition and Awards – We reward you for doing a great job!
• Paid Training – Grow your career with learning opportunities
• Flexible start dates
• Referral Program – receive a bonus when you bring in new caregiver
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

What you will be doing

• Assisting clients with activities of daily living, including personal care, bathing/toileting, medication reminding, light housekeeping, personal laundry.
• Cooking, shopping.
• Assistance in getting to and from appointments.
• Maintenance of household records.
• Companionship.

Location(s)

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...

Job Requirements

• Valid ID and Social Security Card – (Required)
• 1 year of experience or equivalent – (Required)
• Driver's License – (Preferred)

Ability to commute/relocate: North/Western Suburbs – Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

• Work Location: In person

Job Types

Full-time, Part-time

Pay

$16.50 – $18.00 per hour

Supplemental Pay

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shiftMonday to Friday
• Morning shift
• On call
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed