Home Care Aide - driving required

Help at Home; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Help at Home is hiring a Home Care Aide to provide compassionate, in-home support for clients in Illinois. The role involves assisting with daily activities and safely transporting clients to appointments, errands, and social events.

Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, active auto insurance, and access to reliable transportation. Training is provided where required, and compensation varies by location and care plan. No experience is required for some roles.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and active auto insurance.
• Access to reliable transportation for client visits.
• Ability to assist clients in and out of vehicles as needed.
• Dedication to professional development and state-required training.

Responsibilities

• Light housekeeping, including organizing, laundry, and basic cleaning.
• Personal activities such as dressing, grooming, and assisting with meals.
• Provide safe and timely transportation to run errands, appointments, and social outings.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Active insurance

Reliable transportation

Comfortable driving clients

Assist in/out of vehicles

Professional development

Job description

Help at Home is hiring TODAY in your community! We are seeking a compassionate and reliable caregiver who can provide in-home support to clients and assist with transportation needs. The ideal candidate MUST have a valid driver’s license, insurance and a safe & reliable vehicle. They will help with daily activities and safely transport clients to appointments, errands, and social outings.

Why should you join Help at Home?

• Flexible scheduling
• Pay ranges from $18.75 to $21.00 an hour *with experience (can vary by location and/or care plan)
• Mileage reimbursement for all client-related driving
No experience required
• Amazing benefits – health care, paid time off, and cash bonuses!
• 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
• Provide safe and timely transportation to run errands, grocery shopping, and/or accompanying your clients to appointments.

Eligibility Requirements

• Valid driver’s license or ID
• Active Insurance in your name
• Access to reliable transportation
• Comfortable driving clients of all mobility levels
• Ability to assist clients in and out of vehicles as needed
• 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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Employees must adhere to our data protection policies and legal requirements to safeguard sensitive information.