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Lutheran Life Communities$19.00/hrArlington Heights, ILPart timePosted 4w ago
  • CNA certification
  • Driver's license

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This posting states $19 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 within 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

Looking for flexible caregiving work where you can make a real difference? MySolutions Home Care is seeking experienced caregivers to provide compassionate support to older adults throughout the Arlington Heights area.

This role offers a variety of assignments, including short visits, extended shifts, overnight care, and live-in opportunities, allowing you to build a schedule that works for you while helping seniors remain safe and independent in the comfort of their own homes.

Why Caregivers Choose MySolutions

  • Starting pay of $19.00 per hour with additional consideration for prior experience
  • Flexible assignments ranging from 4 to 12 hours
  • Overnight and live-in opportunities available
  • Work one-on-one with clients instead of managing multiple residents at once
  • Supportive, mission-focused team dedicated to helping older adults age in place

How You'll Make an Impact

  • Help clients remain independent and comfortable in their homes
  • Assist with household tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, light cleaning, and grocery shopping
  • Provide companionship and social engagement throughout the day
  • Escort clients to appointments, errands, and community activities
  • Support personal care routines and offer medication reminders when appropriate
  • Observe changes in client well-being and communicate concerns to the care team

Qualifications

Required

  • 18 years of age or older
  • Minimum of one year of experience caring for seniors or older adults
  • Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work independently in a home care setting

Preferred

  • Illinois CNA certification
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to assist with transportation needs using the client's vehicle

Scheduling Details

  • On-call position with assignments offered based on client needs and your availability
  • Shift options include 4-hour, 8-hour, 10-hour, and 12-hour schedules
  • Assignments located within approximately 20 miles of central Arlington Heights
  • Overnight and live-in cases available

Training & Support

  • Ongoing caregiver education and skill development
  • Guidance and support from an experienced home care team
  • Opportunities to expand your experience across a variety of care settings and client needs

Join Our Team

If you're dependable, compassionate, and committed to helping seniors live with dignity and independence, we'd love to connect with you. Apply today to be considered for current and upcoming caregiving opportunities in the Arlington Heights area.

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

From Lutheran Life Communities's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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