Lead Caregiver / CNA / HHA - Full-Time

Home Instead; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Weekly pay

Paid training

24/7 support from Home Instead Care 팀

Job summary

Home Instead in the Greater Chicago area is seeking a Care Pro Lead to support older adults in their homes. You will deliver compassionate, professional in-home care, assist with daily routines, and coordinate client starts across multiple local homes.

The role requires 5+ years of caregiving experience, CNA/HHA/LPN/RN credential, and strong communication. Expect 60 hours availability with 40 guaranteed hours and weekly pay in a fast-paced home-care environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional caregiving experience, non-family.
• Active CNA, HHA, LPN, or RN credential.
• Experience with personal care, transfers, dementia care, and end-of-life support.
• Calm, confident, and professional approach in changing care situations.
• Strong communication with clients, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, professional care to older adults in their homes.
• Assist with personal care, mobility, transfers, companionship, meals, and routines.
• Support clients with dementia and end-of-life care needs.
• Assist with new client starts to ensure smooth care experiences.
• Step in for urgent or last-minute shift coverage to prevent gaps in care.
• Review care plans and visit notes to tailor care to each client.
• Communicate professionally with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Provide hands-on guidance to other caregivers when needed.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Personal care & transfers

Dementia care

End-of-life care

Strong communication

Education

CNA/HHA/LPN/RN credential

Job description

Chicago, IL 60601

• Full-time caregiving role with guaranteed hours: 40 hours/week guaranteed with 60 hours/week of availability
• Pay range: $20.00-$22.00/hr depending on experience; $800-$880/week at 40 hours before taxes
• Greater Chicago service area: Client homes, apartments, and condos across Chicago and surrounding areas
• Best suited for experienced, reliable caregivers: Ideal for care professionals who are confident supporting different clients, care needs, and home environments
• Experience or credential required: 5+ years of professional caregiving experience, non-family, OR active CNA, HHA, LPN, or RN credential

Are you an experienced caregiver, CNA, or HHA who wants steady full-time work and takes pride in providing reliable, high-quality care? Home Instead is hiring a Care Pro Lead to support older adults in their homes across the greater Chicago area.

At Home Instead, our mission is to make life better for older adults and the caregivers who support them. This fulltime role is designed for calm, dependable care professionals who are comfortable supporting a variety of clients, helping with new client starts, and stepping in when urgent coverage is needed.

What You’ll Do

• Provide compassionate, professional care to older adults in their homes
• Assist with personal care, mobility, transfers, companionship, meals, and daily routines
• Support clients with dementia care and end-of-life care needs
• Help with new client starts to create a smooth and positive care experience
• Step in for urgent or last-minute shift coverage to help prevent gaps in care
• Review care plans and visit notes to understand each client’s needs and preferences
• Communicate professionally with clients, families, office staff, and other caregivers
• Provide hands-on support, guidance, and encouragement to other caregivers when needed

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional caregiving experience, non-family, OR active CNA, HHA, LPN, or RN credential
• Experience with personal care, transfers, dementia care, and end-of-life support
• Calm, confident, and professional approach in changing or challenging care situations
• Strong communication skills with clients, families, office staff, and fellow caregivers
• Comfortable supporting and guiding other caregivers when needed
• Comfortable using a smartphone app for scheduling and care documentation
• Basic English reading, writing, and verbal communication skills

Schedule, Travel & Requirements

• Must be available for 60 hours per week to qualify for guaranteed 40 fulltime hours
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel up to 60 minutes to client homes
• Comfortable working in different Chicago-area home environments, including houses, apartments, condos, buildings with stairs or elevators, homes with pets, and smoking environments
• Ability to accept shifts on short notice when needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the role, including assisting with mobility, transfers, and personal care
• Must pass background check, drug screening, and required assessments
• $20.00-$22.00/hr, depending on experience
• $800-$880/week before taxes at 40 hours per week
• Weekly pay
• Mileage reimbursement between client visits
• Paid training and ongoing development opportunities
• 24/7 support from the Home Instead Care Team

Work Area

This role supports clients in homes across the greater Chicago area, including Chicago neighborhoods and surrounding communities. Because client homes may be spread across the area, this position requires reliable transportation, flexibility, and comfort planning travel between assignments when needed.

Because client needs can change quickly, this position requires professionalism, dependability, and a strong commitment to high-quality senior care.