Weekend Lead Caregiver | 40 Guaranteed Hours & Mentorship

Home Helpers; Washington (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid leave accrual

Referral bonuses

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Home Helpers Home Care of East Peoria is seeking a dependable Weekend Lead Caregiver to provide hands‑on in‑home care for seniors. You will help orientation and training for new caregivers and ensure consistent, high‑quality coverage when scheduling needs arise.

The role offers a guaranteed 40 hours weekly with weekend on‑call rotation, competitive starting pay, and opportunities to take on leadership duties within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience providing personal care for seniors or disabled individuals.
• Reliable, flexible and able to handle last‑minute schedule changes.
• Able to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Professional communication with clients, families and coworkers.
• Familiar with basic computer tasks and documentation.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Able to pass required background and driving record checks.
• Available to work Saturdays and Sundays plus three additional days.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on care and support for clients at home.
• Assist with bathing, grooming, toileting, transfers and mobility.
• Prepare meals, light housekeeping and companionship.
• Provide transportation for clients as needed.
• Shadow and mentor other caregivers; introduce new staff to clients.
• Support care plan updates based on client needs.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Reliability

Independent worker

Communication

Computer skills

Driver's license

Background checks

Job description

Home Helpers Home Care of East Peoria is seeking a dependable Weekend Lead Caregiver to provide hands‑on in‑home care for seniors. You will help orientation and training for new caregivers and ensure consistent, high‑quality coverage when scheduling needs arise.

The role offers a guaranteed 40 hours weekly with weekend on‑call rotation, competitive starting pay, and opportunities to take on leadership duties within a supportive team environment.