Skilled Caregiver - Vernon Hills

Senior Helpers of Greater Chicago – Experienced Caregiver (Couple Care)

Would you love to build a meaningful career with an award-winning caregiving team? Join Senior Helpers of Greater Chicago and become part of something truly special!

We’re proud to be named Senior Helpers Store of the Year 2024 and to be part of the first national in-home care company recognized as a Great Place to Work® three years in a row. Now, we’re growing - and we’d love for you to grow with us!

Whether you’re brand new to caregiving or bring years of experience, there’s a place for you here. We match assignments to your skill level and provide ongoing training and learning opportunities to help you advance professionally in the care industry. Your success matters to us!

We proudly serve the greater Chicagoland area, offering a variety of clients and care settings to ensure the right fit for you.

Schedule

• Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
• 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• 12-hour shifts
• Caring for a couple (two clients) in the same household.

Pay Rate

• Additional 20% premium on the base pay rate for this couple-care assignment.
• Pay rate ranges $15-18 per hour.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Friendly work environment and employee recognition events
• Specialized training and opportunities for personal certifications
• Paid orientation
• Referral bonus program
• Recognition and awards
• Supportive staff and opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with 5+ years of hands-on experience providing high-quality personal care to elderly and disabled clients in home and facility settings.
• Highly skilled in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility support.
• Proficient in safe patient handling techniques, including transfers using gait belts, Hoyer lifts, and wheelchairs.
• Knowledgeable in monitoring vital signs, medication reminders, and documenting changes in physical and emotional conditions.
• Trained in infection control, hygiene management, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build trusting relationships with clients and families.
• Patient, reliable, and culturally sensitive, with a strong commitment to preserving client dignity and independence.
• Able to work the required every-other-weekend schedule.
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle with car insurance.
• Negative Tuberculosis (TB) test.

Responsibilities

• Assist both clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding while maintaining dignity and comfort.
• Provide mobility support, including safe transfers from bed to wheelchair, repositioning, and ambulation assistance.
• Provide medication reminders and ensure adherence to prescribed care plans.
• Prepare nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and assist with feeding when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized living environment to prevent infection and accidents.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being and reduce isolation.
• Assist with light housekeeping duties, including laundry, dishwashing, and room sanitation.
• Accompany clients to medical appointments as needed.
• Observe and report changes in clients' physical, emotional, or behavioral conditions to family members or healthcare professionals.
• Follow safety protocols and infection control guidelines at all times.

Apply Today and Start Making a Difference!

If you're compassionate, dependable, and ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of two clients, we can't wait to meet you. Join our supportive team and start a rewarding caregiving journey with Senior Helpers of Greater Chicago!