Compassionate Caregiver - Flexible Hours & Growth

Senior Helpers Parent Account; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Referral bonus program

Recognition and awards

Paid Orientation

Professional growth

Competitive pay $15-18/hr

Job summary

Senior Helpers of Greater Chicago is seeking caring, reliable caregivers to join our team. We match your skill level with a variety of clients across the Chicagoland area, offering weekday, weekend, and overnight shifts to fit your availability.

We provide opportunities for professional growth, paid orientation, and a supportive staff. Competitive pay is offered and benefits accrue after meeting the required hours, making this a rewarding entry into in-home care.

Qualifications

• Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance well-being.
• Assisted with light housekeeping, laundry, and maintaining a tidy living space.
• Reminded clients of daily routines, appointments, and personal care schedules.
• Monitored general health and reported any unusual changes in mood, behavior, or physical condition.
• Ran errands, shopped for groceries, or accompanied clients to social events and appointments.
• Maintained a safe and comfortable environment for clients at all times.
• With a negative Tuberculosis Test

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting)
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and positioning
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding if needed
• Offer companionship and meaningful engagement
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry
• Provide medication reminders (per care plan and state guidelines)
• Monitor client condition and report changes promptly
• Accompany clients to appointments or errands when required
• Maintain accurate daily care documentation
• Ensure a safe, comfortable, and supportive home environment

Skills

Companionship

Light housekeeping

Meal preparation

Mobility assistance

Medication reminders

Safety awareness

Job description

Senior Helpers of Greater Chicago is seeking caring, reliable caregivers to join our team. We match your skill level with a variety of clients across the Chicagoland area, offering weekday, weekend, and overnight shifts to fit your availability.

We provide opportunities for professional growth, paid orientation, and a supportive staff. Competitive pay is offered and benefits accrue after meeting the required hours, making this a rewarding entry into in-home care.