Caregiver
Open in 3 locations
Senior Helpers of Northwest Chicago posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the unit, shifts, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
Illinois
3 open- $17–$19.50/wk
Niles, IL (opens on this page)
Part Time · Posted 3w ago
- $17–$19.50/wk
Lincolnwood, IL (opens on this page)
Part Time · Posted 3w ago
- $17–$19.50/wk
Chicago, IL (opens on this page)
Part Time · Posted 2mo ago
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. 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. 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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What Illinois requires of a caregiver
Illinois issues no caregiver credential of its own, by its own rules.
- 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
Urgently Hiring! It’s more than just a job! We are looking for YOU to make a difference in someone life!
Come join us! We are Great Place to Work Certified! Senior Helpers of Northwest Chicago is to help seniors age with dignity. Senior Helpers of Northwest Chicago culture is based on strong core values, recognition of achievements and respect.
Examples of Benefits
- Variety of shifts available for immediate start
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Flexible scheduling that works with your availability
- Friendly work environment and employee recognition events
- PPE supplied
- Specialized training and opportunities for personal certifications
- Satisfaction – As a Senior Helpers of Northwest Chicago Caregiver, you experience the privilege of giving back to your community with every shift you complete.
Examples of Responsibilities
- Create and maintain open communication with seniors, their families, and our staff
- Assist with personal care
- Companionship
- Assist with all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as assigned
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 and local laws.
From Senior Helpers of Northwest Chicago's job posting for Niles, IL, checked 11 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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