Caregiver / Personal Assistant - Home Care

Amada Senior Care North Shore; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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

401(k) plan (eligible for full-time employees)

Paid training and career development opportunities

Referral bonus program

Incentives, recognition, and awards

24-hour support from staff

Job summary

Amada Senior Care North Shore is seeking a compassionate Caregiver to provide assistance to individuals in their daily living activities. Responsibilities include personal care tasks, companionship, and monitoring client health status.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years of experience in assisted living, strong communication skills, and knowledge of caregiving techniques. The position offers flexible scheduling, weekly pay, and eligibility for health benefits for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• MUST HAVE 1+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE.
• Valid ID and Social Security Card – Required.
• Driver’s License – Preferred.

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

Job description

Caregiver / Personal Assistant - Home Care

*** 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.

Benefits:

• Weekly pay.
• Part‑time and full‑time availability.
• Flexible scheduling based on available cases.
• 24‑hour support from staff.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (eligible for full‑time employees).
• 401(k) plan (eligible for full‑time employees).
• Direct deposit.
• Overtime paid for working over 40 hours per week.
• Incentives, recognition, and awards.
• Paid training and career development opportunities.
• Referral bonus program.

Location: Suburbs – Glenview, Evanston, Northbrook, Highland Park, Skokie, Niles, Chicago, Park Ridge, Lake Bluff, Libertyville, Lake Forest, Oakbrook, Forest Park, Riverside, Downers Grove, Westmont, and surrounding areas.

Requirements:

• Valid ID and Social Security Card – Required.
• 1 year of experience or equivalent – Required.
• Driver’s License – Preferred.
• Reliable commute to Northern/Western suburbs or willingness to relocate – Required.

Contact: CALL/TEXT us at [phone]

Amada Senior Care is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.