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Looking for CareGivers in Home Instead Oak Park !

Oak Park & Surrounding Areas

Make a Real Impact: Become a Compassionate CareGiver with Home Instead!

Are you looking for a fulfilling part-time or full-time opportunity where you can genuinely make a difference in someone's life every day? Home Instead is seeking caring and compassionate CareGivers to join our dedicated team and mission of enhancing the lives of aging adults throughout our community.

At Home Instead, we believe in providing exceptional non-medical services that allow seniors to thrive in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. We help them meet the challenges of aging with dignity, care, and compassion, and we're looking for individuals who share our commitment to enriching lives.

Location: Oak Park, IL (and surrounding areas)
Job Type: Part-time & Full-time opportunities available
Pay: Competitive, starting at $16.50 – $18.50 per hour

What You'll Do – Bring Comfort and Joy! As a Home Instead CareGiver, you'll provide a variety of essential non-medical services tailored to each client's needs. Your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Companionship & Conversation: Share stories, engage in hobbies, and provide a friendly, supportive presence.

  • Personal Care: Assist with daily routines such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, ensuring comfort and dignity.

  • Light Housekeeping & Meal Preparation: Help maintain a clean and tidy home, and prepare nutritious meals to support well-being.

  • Medication & Appointment Reminders: Help clients stay on track with their health and daily schedules.

  • Alzheimer’s Care: Provide specialized support and understanding for clients living with Alzheimer's and other dementias, offering comfort and familiarity.

  • Transportation/Errands: Provide safe transportation to appointments or assist with errands, ensuring independence.

We're Looking for Individuals Who Are:

  • Caring & Respectful: Able to treat and care for seniors and their property with the utmost dignity and respect.

  • Compassionate: Possess a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of others.

  • Excellent Communicators: Able to communicate clearly and kindly with clients in English (spoken and written).

Requirements to Join Our Team:

  • Age: Must be 21 years of age or older.

  • Experience: At least 6 months of experience in a healthcare or caregiving environment is preferred, but no previous experience is necessary! We provide comprehensive skills training to all our CareGivers.

  • Driving: Possess reliable transportation (does not necessarily need to be the driver)

  • Physical Ability: Physically able to assist with caregiving tasks, including the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

  • Background Checks: Successful completion of a criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, drug screen, and fingerprinting (paid training for these processes is provided).

Why Choose Home Instead? Our CAREGivers Enjoy:

  • Fulfilling Work: The profound satisfaction of knowing you're making a real difference in someone's life every day.

  • Comprehensive Training: Paid orientation and ongoing continuing education to help you grow your skills.

  • Flexible Hours: A variety of shifts are available, including part-time and full-time, designed to work with your life.

  • Excellent Benefits:

    • Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days

    • 401(k) with employer match

    • Paid time off

    • Mileage reimbursement

    • Referral bonuses

  • Unwavering Support: 24/7 office support – you're never alone on the job, and we're always here to assist you.

Ready to start a truly rewarding career?

Apply today and find out more about this fulfilling opportunity at HomeInstead.com/OakPark or call us directly! We can't wait to welcome you to our team.