Home Care Aide

Help at Home; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Direct deposit or cash card

Amazing benefits

Job summary

Help at Home in Illinois is hiring Home Care Aides to work 1-on-1 with clients in their homes, assisting with daily activities and light housekeeping.

Eligibility includes a HS Diploma or GED (or 1 year caregiving), a valid driver’s license, and access to reliable transportation; CNAs are encouraged to apply.

We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay of $18.75 to $21.00 per hour, health insurance, paid holidays and time off, mileage reimbursement, and direct deposit or a cash card.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required, or at least 1 year of caregiving experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Access to insured and reliable transportation.
• CNA certification encouraged to apply.
• Dedication to professional development and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1-on-1 in-home support and light housekeeping.
• Assist with personal activities such as grooming and meals.
• Run errands and accompany clients to appointments.

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Help at Home is the nation’s leading provider of in-home support to seniors. We are currently hiring in your community! Join our team TODAY and begin building your career in a high-demand industry.

Pay ranges from $18.75 to $21.00 per hour *with experience plus benefits including health insurance, paid holidays, and paid time off. Join our team and get rewarded for your expertise!

Why should you join Help at Home?

• Flexible scheduling

• Competitive Pay

• Mileage reimbursement of $0.42 per mile

• Direct deposit or cash card

• Amazing benefits - health care, paid vacation, and more

• Meaningful work with clients who need your help

• Industry leader with 40+ years of history in a high-demand field

• Veteran-Friendly Employer: We encourage veterans, active military, and their spouses to apply for positions. Our roles are flexible, and we value your experience and expertise.

As a Home Care Aide, you’ll work 1-on-1 with your clients inside their homes, and support them with the following types of activities:

• Light housekeeping, including organizing, laundry, and basic cleaning

• Personal activities such as dressing, grooming, and assisting with meals

• Running errands, grocery shopping, and accompanying your clients to appointments

Eligibility Requirements:

• HS Diploma or GED, or at least 1 year of previous experience as a caregiver

• Valid driver’s license

• Access to insured and reliable transportation

• No experience is required, but candidates with a certified nursing assistant (CNA) certification are encouraged to apply

• Dedication to professional development, including organizational and state‑required training

Caregivers must comply with state background screening requirements. Compensation, benefits, time off, and bonuses vary by state and location, so please ask for complete details at your interview.

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