Compassionate Caregiver — Flexible Hours & Growth

Senior Helpers - Des Plaines; 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

Training opportunities

Job summary

Senior Helpers - Des Plaines is seeking compassionate caregivers to join our Greater Chicago team. We match your skill level, offer learning opportunities, and serve a variety of clients in the Chicagoland area with weekday, weekend, flex care with day shifts, evenings, and overnights.

We are an award-winning in-home care provider, recognizing merit with Great Place to Work accolades. Training and professional growth are available, and we offer competitive pay to reflect your dedication and

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.

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

Personal care

Light housekeeping

Meal preparation

Transportation support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Senior Helpers - Des Plaines is seeking compassionate caregivers to join our Greater Chicago team. We match your skill level, offer learning opportunities, and serve a variety of clients in the Chicagoland area with weekday, weekend, flex care with day shifts, evenings, and overnights.

We are an award-winning in-home care provider, recognizing merit with Great Place to Work accolades. Training and professional growth are available, and we offer competitive pay to reflect your dedication and