Memory Care Aide
How this pay compares
This posting states $17.50 an hour. Open caregiver jobs in Illinois post a median of $17.25 an hour, the middle half $17.25–$18.50, across 977 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Caregivers employed in Illinois earn a median of $18.30 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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- Training: at least 10 hours.
- A home services worker of a licensed home services agency must pass the Health Care Worker Background Check Act check, receive at least 10 hours of training (5 before the first assignment, 5 within the first 30 days) and pass the agency's competency evaluation before the first assignment.
Caregiver and home health aide jobs in our research
- How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 28.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 85.5%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.58x · Clicks 27
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 76.1% · Stating an hourly rate 73.8%
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About the job
Now Hiring: Memory Care Aide
Join our team and make a meaningful difference every day!
We are seeking a compassionate, energetic, and creative Memory Care Aide to provide engaging programs that enhance the quality of life for residents living with dementia and memory loss.
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead daily activities, games, crafts, music, and social events
- Encourage resident participation and meaningful engagement
- Build positive relationships with residents and families
- Support residents with individualized activities based on their interests and abilities
- Help create a safe, welcoming, and stimulating environment
- Assist with special events and holiday celebrations
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay
- Daily Pay Available
- Flexible Scheduling
- Paid Training
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Supportive Team Environment
Qualifications
- Experience working with seniors or individuals with dementia is preferred
- Friendly, patient, and compassionate personality
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable, dependable, and enthusiastic
From Elevate Care Riverwoods's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Elevate Care Riverwoods
Elevate Care Riverwoods is a 240 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Elevate Care Riverwoods)-bed nursing home in Riverwoods, IL, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, caregivers and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Elevate Care Riverwoods
Based in Riverwoods, ILHires in IllinoisPay on its listings: 87.5% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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