Live-in Caregiver

Amada Senior Care Northshore; Northfield Township (IL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Paid training

Referral program

Job summary

Amada Senior Care Northshore is seeking compassionate Caregivers in the North/Western Suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. Join our team to provide essential support to individuals, assisting with daily living activities such as personal care, meal preparation, and companionship.

The role includes various responsibilities, such as monitoring health changes and executing behavior management techniques. We offer full-time and part-time positions, with pay ranging from $16.50 to $18.00 per hour, flexible schedules, and numerous benefits.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience required.
• Driver's License (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care tasks.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Help with meal preparation and medication reminders.
• 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

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 1+ years of experience required.
• Driver's License (Preferred).

Openings & Location

Openings based in various 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. North/Western Suburbs area availability.

Job Details

• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
• Pay: $16.50 - $18.00 per hour
• Supplemental Pay Types: Bonus opportunities
• Benefits: 401(k), Dental insurance, Flexible schedule, Health insurance, Paid time off, Paid training, Referral program, Vision insurance
• Schedule: 4 hour shift, 8 hour shift, Day shift, Monday to Friday, Morning shift, On call, Rotating weekends, Weekends as needed

What you will be doing: Assisting clients with activities of daily living, personal care, bathing/toileting, medication reminders, light housekeeping, personal laundry, cooking, shopping, transportation to appointments, maintenance of household records, and companionship.