Caregiver - Galena and surrounding area
How this pay compares
This posting states $16–$18 an hour. Open caregiver jobs in Illinois post a median of $19.50 an hour, the middle half $19–$19.50, across 151 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Caregivers employed in Illinois earn a median of $18.30 an hour, 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
More purpose. More connection. Care that actually uses your skills.
Home Instead is looking for experienced Care Professionals in the Galena and Elizabeth, Illinois area who know that excellent care isn't about checking boxes. It's about helping someone remain safe, comfortable, and connected in the place they call home.
Pay
$16.00 to $18.00/hr - paid semi monthly
Additional $1/hr for weekend hours
Schedules Available for Saturday
8:00 am to 12:00 pm
9:00 am to 12:30 pm
5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
May also have occasional fill in shifts during the week
Skills Needed
- Comfortable working alongside a spouse with limited eyesight who is actively involved in care
- Understands and respects medication-assistance boundaries
- Hands-on personal care, including bathing and shower assistance
- Safe mobility and fall prevention
- Skilled with gait belt and walker use
- Hands-on transfers and knowing not to rush a client who is weak or unsteady
- Toileting, brief changes, peri-care and skin protection
- Supporting a client with mild dementia using a calm, patient approach
- Preparing simple, nutritious meals
- Proactively encouraging hydration
- Light housekeeping and helping maintain a safe, comfortable home
- Following a detailed care plan rather than improvising
Benefits
- Paid training at your regular wage - initial and ongoing training are paid at the Care Pro’s actual wage, not minimum wage.
- Paid time off - available after 1 year of service for Care Pros averaging 24+ hours per week.
- 401(k) with up to a 4% company match
- 24/7 office support
Apply Today
If you're confident providing hands-on care, comfortable supporting changing mobility needs, and take pride in getting to know the person behind the care plan, we'd like to meet you.
Click Apply Now or call 563-585-1409
#354Galena22
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
From Home Instead - Dubuque, IA's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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