Personal care aide/Caregiver/ Home Health aide

Advantage Home Care; East St. Louis (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care provider in East St. Louis is seeking dedicated caregivers to provide personal health care and companionship to clients. Flexible schedules are available, offering both full-time and part-time positions. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, experience in home care, and excellent communication skills. Join our team to make a difference in the lives of those in need.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Weekly paychecks

Training

Stable Employment

Flexible Schedule

Referral Bonuses available

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as a homemaker with relevant skills.
• Must be an active member on the Health Care Worker Registry.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal health care and light housekeeping.
• Provide companionship and transportation services.

Skills

Communication

Physical Assistance

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Area's we are looking to hire caregivers in the East St. Louis, IL area.

Benefits:

1. Competitive Pay
2. Weekly paychecks
3. Training
4. Stable Employment
5. One-on-one care positions
6. Referral Bonuses available
7. Flexible Schedule, full & part time available

Duties for a potential In-Home Personal Care Aide:

1. Personal Health Care
2. Light Housekeeping
3. Simple Meal Preparation
4. Assistance with Bathing & Grooming
5. Laundry Services
6. Transportation
7. Companionship

Requirements

A caregiver must physically be able to assist the client with:

• dressing, feeding, hair care, mouth care, shaving (electric or safety razor only), nail care (excluding nail trimming), positioning, toileting, and transfers.

• Able to push and pull a client weighing at least 100 pounds.
• Able to lift a client weighing at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to move in tight spaces, between objects and furniture.
• Able to perform duties requiring standing, walking, squatting, climbing stairs, bending, kneeling, twisting, sitting, reaching at various levels.
• Able to perform physical functions continuously for up to an hour without rest.

Other Requirements to be a Caregiver

• Must be an active member on the Health Care Worker Registry
• 2 references required
• 1 year experience as a homemaker with relevant skills and supervisory activities
• High school diploma/GED
• Pass all required background checks upon hire and throughout employment
• Complete IDOA CCP training for Homemaker Supervisor
• Must have vehicle insurance
• Must have reliable transportation
• Flexible to work in various client homes on a routine basis
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate weekly with the branch office