Caregiver - 2023
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open caregiver jobs in Illinois post a median of $19 an hour, the middle half $17.95–$19.50, across 253 jobs that state their pay. Caregivers employed in Illinois earn a median of $18.30 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Are you looking for a home care job where you can make a difference in people’s lives? Do you want to work for a home care agency that truly cares about you? That’s where you can shine. We are proud to offer you the opportunity to pursue your passion at your own level, on a flexible schedule, and with the recognition. Come work for us and see how BrightStar Care employees uphold A Higher Standard.
What We Offer
At BrightStar Care we value each of our employees and care about their well-being. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including:
- PRN options available
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Training
- Gas cards
- Part of a team with RN Oversight
- 13 week performance bonus
- Employee referral bonus
- On-Call bonus
- Weekly pay w/ direct deposit
- Flexible schedule
- National company with over 300+ locations
- We promote from within
- continuing education assistance
- Nurse and Employee of the month
- HomeCare Pulse Employer of Choice
- Mobile time tracking and care notes, employees can easily clock in and out for work right from a mobile device. Online or offline
- Over 95% of BrightStar locations are Joint Commission accredited or in process!
We strongly live our value of a work-life balance by providing our employees with the following:
- We offer flexible work schedules on a variety of home assignments
- Weekend and evening opportunities
Responsibilities
- Various personal care services as necessary to meet the client’s or patient’s needs
- Providing assistance with daily tasks, including but not limited to: feeding, meal preparation, linen changes, light housekeeping
- Assisting client with active and passive mobility work defined by the plan of care, and documenting observed changes to the Director of Nursing
Requirements
- Minimum one (1) year of documented caregiver, home care assistance experience is required
- High school diploma or GED
- Certified CPR and negative TB skin test or chest x-ray
- Must be able to stand walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
BrightStar Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
From BrightStar Care of Elmwood Park's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About BrightStar Care of Elmwood Park
BrightStar Care of Elmwood Park hires nurses, nursing assistants and caregivers in Elmwood Park and Melrose Park in Illinois.
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