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Evergreen-Park-; Evergreen Park (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Sick days

401(k)

Job summary

Evergreen-Park- is seeking compassionate Homemakers / Home Care Aides to support clients in their own homes. Responsibilities include light housekeeping, meal prep, errands, and companionship, all performed with respect and professionalism according to the agency’s care plan.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license if providing transportation, and passing an agency exam with at least 75%.

Qualifications

• Must pass agency exam with a score of 75% or higher.
• In good physical health.
• Must be able to drive (Provide transportation).
• Valid driver’s license required (if providing transportation to client).
• Valid automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal planning and meal preparation.
• Perform light housekeeping duties (beds, dusting, vacuuming, floors).
• Laundry and cleaning kitchens/bathrooms.
• Assist with errands and essential shopping per care plan.
• Escort clients to appointments and outings as specified in the care plan.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with communication needs (writing/typing).
• Follow the care plan and agency policies.
• Observe client condition and report concerns to Supervisor.
• Maintain accurate records of daily activities and service hours.

Skills

Good physical health

Agency exam 75%+

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Homemaker / Home Care Aide

Join Our Team

We are currently seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated Homemakers / Home Care Aides to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to help clients remain safe, comfortable, and independent in their own homes while being part of an agency that truly values its employees.

What We Offer

We value our team members and proudly offer benefits to both full-time and part-time employees, including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Sick days
• 401(k)

Position Summary

Homemakers provide essential in-home support to individuals who need assistance due to age, illness, disability, or other health-related conditions. Services may include housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, errands, transportation, companionship, and respite support.

Our Homemakers play an important role in improving the quality of life of our clients by delivering care in a respectful, compassionate, and professional manner, in accordance with agency policies and industry standards.

Reporting Relationship: Reports directly to the Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with meal planning and meal preparation
• Perform light housekeeping duties such as:
• Making and changing beds
• Dusting
• Vacuuming
• Washing floors
• Cleaning kitchens and bathrooms
• Laundry
• Assist with essential shopping and errands in accordance with the care plan
• Handle client funds for approved errands when authorized and supervised
• Support clients in following written special diet plans as outlined in the care plan
• Escort clients to medical appointments, shopping trips, errands, and outings as specified in the care plan
• Provide companionship, friendship, and emotional support
• Assist clients with communication needs, including writing or typing correspondence and researching information
• Follow the written care plan and all agency policies and procedures
• Observe changes in the client’s condition and report concerns to the Supervisor
• Complete and maintain accurate records of daily activities, observations, and service hours
• Attend orientation, in-service training, and staff meetings
• Maintain professional communication with Supervisors and co-workers
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

The homemaker must pass agency exam with 75% or better.

In good physical health.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required

Related training or experience is a plus

Valid driver’s license required (if providing transportation to client)

Valid automobile insurance

Must be in good physical health

Must pass agency exam with a score of 75% or higher

MUST be able to drive (Provide transportation)

Valid driver license, and a current vehicle insurance.