Personal Care Assistant - Caregiver

Amada Senior Care North Shore; Elmhurst (IL); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time employees

401(k) for eligible full-time employees

Paid training to grow your career

Referral program with bonus for referring new caregivers

Job summary

Amada Senior Care North Shore is looking for a compassionate Caregiver to provide essential assistance to seniors in Elmhurst, Illinois. The role involves helping with daily living activities such as bathing, meal preparation, and emotional support. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a relevant field. This position offers flexible scheduling, weekly pay, and full-time employees can avail health, dental and vision insurance along with a 401(k) plan. Apply to make a meaningful impact on lives in your community.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience or equivalent in assisted living or senior care environments.
• Background in childcare, social work, or related fields.
• Reliable commute or relocation to North/Western suburbs before starting work.

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

Knowledge of HIPAA regulations

Proficiency in caregiving techniques

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage challenging behaviors effectively

Competence in meal preparation for special dietary needs

Job description

Job Summary

*** MUST HAVE 1+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE ***

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. 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 and is committed to enriching lives with nurturing, compassionate senior home care. Our caregivers are trained to provide assistance with personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, feeding, medication reminders, walking/exercise assistance, light housekeeping, errands, toileting, and non-medical help.

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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.

Desired Qualifications & Skills

• 1+ year of experience or equivalent 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.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Part-time or full-time availability.
• Flexible scheduling based on available cases.
• 24-hour support from friendly staff.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time employees.
• 401(k) for eligible full-time employees.
• Direct deposit.
• Overtime paid for working over 40 hours per week.
• Incentives, recognition, and awards for outstanding performance.
• Paid training to grow your career.
• Referral program with bonus for referring new caregivers.

Location

Openings based in the following 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.

Requirements

• Valid ID and Social Security Card (Required).
• 1 year of experience or equivalent (Required).
• Driver’s license (Preferred).
• Reliable commute or relocation to North/Western suburbs before starting work (Required).