Homecare Aide / Home Maker

NEXGEN Healthcare Management LLC; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Sick days

Pet insurance

401(k)

Aflac

Job summary

NEXGEN Healthcare Management LLC is seeking Homemaker / Home Care Aide to provide in-home support, helping clients stay safe, comfortable, and independent. Responsibilities include meals, housekeeping, errands, companionship, and transport support as outlined in each care plan.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, related training or experience, and must pass the agency exam with at least 75%.

Qualifications

• In good physical health and able to safely assist clients.
• Must pass agency exam with a score of 75% or higher.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance required.
• Must be reliable, compassionate, and able to follow care plans.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently in clients' homes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal planning and meal preparation.
• Perform light housekeeping duties (beds, dusting, vacuuming, laundry).
• Run errands and assist with shopping as per care plan.
• Escort clients to appointments and activities.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Maintain accurate records of daily activities and care hours.
• Follow care plans and agency policies.
• Report changes in client condition to supervisor.

Skills

Physical health

Exam score 75%+

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Related training or experience

Job 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
• Pet insurance
• 401(k)
• Aflac

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

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
• Valid automobile insurance required
• Must be in good physical health
• Must pass agency exam with a score of 75% or higher

Why Work with Us

At our agency, you are more than just an employee, you are part of a team that truly cares. We are committed to supporting our staff, recognizing hard work, and creating opportunities for growth while making a real impact in the lives of the clients and families we serve.