Live -in Caregiver

Amada Senior Care North Shore; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid training

Flexible start dates

Referral program

Job summary

A senior care service provider is seeking a compassionate Caregiver to assist clients with daily living activities, offering support and companionship. The role includes providing personal care, meal prep, and monitoring health status. Ideal candidates have experience in senior care and strong interpersonal skills. Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Valid ID and Social Security Card required.
• 1 year of experience or equivalent required.
• Driver’s License preferred.
• Ability to reliably commute or plan to relocate.

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.
• Monitor and report changes in client’s health status.

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

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

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.

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 housekeeping, personal laundry, cooking, shopping, assistance in getting to and from appointments, maintenance of household records, and companionship.

Job Requirements

• Valid ID and Social Security Card (Required)
• 1 year of experience or equivalent (Required)
• Driver’s License (Preferred)
• Ability to commute/relocate: North/Western Suburbs: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (Required)

Benefits

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance (eligible for full‑time employees)
• 401(k) (eligible for full‑time employees)
• Direct Deposit
• Paid training – grow your career with learning opportunities
• Flexible start dates
• Referral program – receive a bonus when you bring in a new caregiver
• Overtime paid for working over 40 hours/week
• Incentives, recognition, and awards

Locations

Openings based in the following areas: Glenview, Evanston, Northbrook, Highland Park, Skokie, Niles, Chicago, Park Ridge, Lake Bluff, Libertyville, Lake Forest, Oakbrook, Forest Park, Riverside, Downers Grove, Westmont and more.

Contact

Call/TEXT us at (847) 324‑9450