CNA/Caregiver

Senior Helpers - Algonquin; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision and dental benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Mileage reimbursement

Weekend differential – $1/hour

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Senior Helpers is urgently hiring experienced, dependable caregivers to join our growing team in Illinois. If you have at least one year of hands-on caregiving experience and are passionate about helping seniors live with dignity and independence, we want to hear from you.

As a caregiver, you will assist with personal care, provide companionship, prepare meals, and help with daily tasks in clients' homes. The role requires reliability, a valid driver's license if transporting clients, and the

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of hands-on caregiving experience.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Must pass background screening.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States (W‑2 employees only).

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting.
• Provide companionship and meaningful engagement.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry.
• Provide medication reminders (no medication administration).
• Escort clients to appointments and errands.
• Assist with mobility and ensure home safety.
• Follow individualized care plans and document care provided.
• Observe, report, and communicate changes in client condition.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable transportation

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

CPR / First Aid Certification

Job description

Senior Helpers | Great Place to Work® Certified

Senior Helpers is a nationally recognized leader in senior home care, and we are urgently hiring experienced, dependable caregivers to join our growing team.

If you have at least one year of hands‑on caregiving experience and are passionate about helping seniors live with dignity and independence, we want to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love Working with Senior Helpers

• Meaningful Work – Make a real difference every day
• Flexible Schedules – Shifts that fit your availability
• Ongoing Training – Dementia and Parkinson’s care education
• Career Growth Opportunities
• 24/7 Office Support – You’re never alone
• Recognition and Rewards – We value your hard work
• Mileage Reimbursement for errands and transportation
• Benefits – Vision and dental (after qualifying period)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Performance-based raises
• Weekend Differential – Earn an extra $1/hour
• Team events, bonuses, and stay‑on rewards
• Referral bonuses for caregivers and client referrals

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting
• Provide companionship and meaningful engagement
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry
• Provide medication reminders (no medication administration)
• Escort clients to appointments and errands
• Assist with mobility and ensure home safety
• Follow individualized care plans and document care provided
• Observe, report, and communicate changes in client condition

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of caregiving experience required
• Professional or family caregiving experience accepted
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Reliable transportation is required
• Valid driver’s license required if transporting clients
• Must be willing and able to travel to: Huntley, Algonquin, Cary, Elgin, South Elgin, and surrounding areas
• Must pass background screening
• Must be authorized to work in the United States (W‑2 employees only)
• Compassionate, dependable, and committed to quality care

Preferred

• CPR / First Aid certification
• Experience with Dementia or Alzheimer’s care
• CNA or HHA certification
• Experience with mobility assistance

Qualifications

• Experience providing in‑home services to seniors or completion/enrollment in a CNA or nursing program
• Ability to work independently
• Strong judgment and decision‑making skills
• Reliable transportation between client homes