What are the responsibilities and job description for the Western Suburbs - Weekends - Caregiver position at Senior Helpers - Bolingbrook, IL?
We are looking for friendly, dedicated, reliable individuals to join our team in supporting people to live independently in their own homes.
We have a number of positions open now in the New Lenox area, Tinley Park, Palos Heights area, Bolingbrook, Romeoville and Joliet areas.
If you live in these areas and have a genuine desire to help others then we would love to hear from you
Join our award winning team and make a difference in your community
We are looking for people for all shifts but in particular weekend shifts, day and evening.
here’s what we offer you:
- $16 - $20 per hour
- $2 extra an hour at the weekend
- Full training provided to the right individuals
- Mileage allowance for running errands
- paid time off (PTO)
- performance based pay increases
- access to tap check (withdraw earned wages early)
- regular activities and team building opportunities
- regular opportunities to earn rewards and bonuses
- stay on bonus for long serving caregivers
- referral bonus available for client referral
- opportunities for ambitious people to progress within the company (95% of the office staff started out as caregivers)
- paid ongoing online and in person training including cpr, parkinsons and dementia training with certificates
- working with a fantastic team who genuinely care about you and your development
here’s what you’ll do:
- build relationships through companionship, conversation and activities
- running errands and shopping
- ‘light’ housework
- meal planning and preparation
- laundry
- transportation to and from events and appointments
- medical reminders (we do not administer medication)
- in home mobility assistance
- personal hygiene support (assistance bathing, grooming, dressing, using the bathroom or changing pads)
here is what you need:
- genuine desire to help others
- Strong understanding of the role
- positive attitude
- willingness to learn
- reliable vehicle and drivers license
- proof of eligibility to work in the USA
as a leading senior care provider, senior helpers is the first national in-home care company to be recognized as a great place to work! senior helpers was founded in 2002 with a vision to help seniors age with dignity. senior helpers culture is based on strong core values, recognition of achievements, and respect.
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.
Salary : $16 - $20
