Live-in Caregiver

Amada Senior Care Northshore

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 22,730 - 24,796

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Amada Senior Care Northshore is seeking a compassionate Caregiver to assist individuals with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and wellbeing.

You will perform personal care tasks, provide companionship, help with meals and medication reminders, and support light housekeeping and transportation. We welcome dedicated applicants who want to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

1 year of experience in caregiving or senior care required.
Ability to obtain and maintain HIPAA knowledge.
Ability to perform personal care tasks and light housekeeping.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Provide companionship and emotional support.
Prepare meals and provide medication reminders.
Perform light housekeeping and errands.
Monitor health changes and report to supervisors.
Assist with mobility and transportation to appointments.

Skills

Senior care experience

HIPAA knowledge

Caregiving techniques

Behavior management

Home care systems

Related fields

Communication skills

Meal prep for special diets

Job description

Job Summary: We are seeking a compassionate Caregiver to join our team. The Caregiver will provide assistance to individuals in their daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Provide companionship and emotional support.
Help with meal preparation and medication reminders.
Perform light housekeeping tasks.
Escort clients to appointments and run errands.
Monitor and report changes in client's health status.
Implement behavior management techniques when necessary.

Skills

Experience in assisted living or senior care environments.
Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
Proficiency in caregiving techniques.
Ability to manage challenging behaviors effectively.
Familiarity with home care systems.
Background in childcare, social work, or related fields.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Competence in meal preparation for special dietary needs.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need. If you are a dedicated individual with a passion for caregiving, we encourage you to apply.

Amada Senior Care provides care services for seniors and their families. We are committed to enriching lives by providing nurturing, compassionate senior home care. Our caregivers understand that it’s essential to show compassion and really connect with their clients to make the transition to care easier. At Amada, quality care is our priority. Every senior has unique care needs and preferences. Amada caregivers are trained to provide assistance with personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs) like: Bathing/Dressing/Meal preparation/feeding/ Medication reminders/ Walking/exercise assistance/Light Housekeeping/ Errands/shopping/Toileting/ Non-medical help

*1+ YEARS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED*

Here’s Why Caregivers Like Working With Us

WEEKLY PAY

Part-time // Full-time Available
Flexible scheduling - we'll work with you to find a schedule that works for you based on cases available
24-hour support - Our friendly staff is ready to help you whenever needed
Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance (eligible for full time employees)
401K (eligible for full time employees)
Direct Deposit
Overtime paid for working over 40 hours/wk
Incentives and Recognition and Awards - We reward you for doing a great job!
Paid Training - Grow your career with learning opportunities
Flexible start dates
Referral Program - receive a bonus when you bring in new caregiver

At Amada Senior Care, our employees are our greatest asset and we work with them to find a schedule that works best for them. Help make our senior's lives full of love, security and peace. Currently seeking all positions, Full-time, Part-time, Live-In and Weekends.

What you will be doing: Assisting clients with activities of daily living. Services may include, but are not limited to, activity of daily living support, personal care, bathing/toileting, medication reminding, light house-keeping, personal laundry, cooking, shopping, assistance in getting to and from appointments, maintenance of household records, and companionship.

Openings Based In The Following Areas

Suburbs : Glenview, Evanston, Northbrook, Highland Park, Skokie, Niles, Chicago, Park Ridge, Lake Bluff, Libertyville, Lake Forest, Oakbrook, Forest Park, Riverside, Downers Grove, Westmont and more...

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