Companion Caregiver

SYNERGY HomeCare - Southwest Chicago; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job summary

SYNERGY HomeCare - Southwest Chicago is seeking compassionate and dependable caregivers in Oak Lawn. Responsibilities include providing companionship, assisting with personal care tasks, and performing light housekeeping. A valid driver’s license is required, as well as the ability to treat clients with dignity.

Join our team and enjoy health benefits, competitive compensation, and flexible scheduling while making a difference in the lives of seniors.

Qualifications

• Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect.
• Valid driver’s license and transportation required.
• Prior experience with dementia patients is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Providing companionship and conversation.
• Assisting with personal care tasks.
• Performing light housekeeping tasks.
• Planning and preparing meals.
• Providing medication reminders.

Skills

Compassionate care

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

We are looking for caregivers that are interested in learning and growing their skills within the senior care industry. Our Companion Caregivers are not only reliable, dependable and honest, but also compassionate and caring.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Responsibilities

• Providing companionship and conversation
• Assisting with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, bathroom needs, and feeding
• Performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry and linen changing
• Laying out clothes and assisting with dressing
• Planning and preparing meals
• Providing medication reminders
• Providing transportation to and from appointments
• Helping family members learn safe care techniques

Qualifications

• Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect
• Ability to interpret the client’s provided plan of care
• Valid driver’s license and transportation
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to new situations
• Tolerance to small pets (i.e. dogs and/or cats)
• Must be able to be reached via phone or email for shift schedules, client updates and/or emergencies
• Able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs
• Prior experience with dementia patients and senior care, a plus!

Why Join the Industry

• Health benefits available
• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Training and support for our caregivers