Caregiver/CNA

Location

Des Plaines , IL

Type

Full Time

Responsive recruiter

Benefits:

Referral Bonus
Mileage Reimbursement
401(k)
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Tuition assistance
Vision insurance

Assisting Hands Home Care is a home care agency dedicated to providing seniors and individuals in need with personalized home care services, As a caregiver, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for others in need by delivering personalized care and ensuring their comfort and safety in their own homes.

Serving the area of Schaumburg/ Park Ridge and surrounding suburbs

Caregiver Benefits

$16 to $19 Hourly Base (depending on qualifications)
Flexibility and work-life balance
No shifts less than 4 hours
Complimentary Certified Caregiver training
Opportunity for Overtime & Holiday Pay $ (at Time and a Half)
Regular recognition and appreciation for exceptional client service
Career advancement opportunities for high performers
A positive, collaborative, and supportive environment where team members are treated with respect

Requirements:

Ability to work independently
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Ability to lift, push, pull 25 pounds, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, and reach.
Driver's License, Car Insurance, and Reliable transportation.
Must be able to pass a background check.

As a caregiver, your responsibilities will include:

Daily Living Activities:
- Assisting with personal hygiene, including bathing and dressing
- Providing medication reminders
- Meal preparation
- Light housekeeping tasks
- Transportation for doctor's appointments and errands
Each client is unique, and their Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) may differ

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and want to join a supportive team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors, we invite you to apply today at Assisting Hands Home Care!

Compensation: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Assisting Hands of Schaumburg

Assisting Hands Home Care prides itself on offering compassionate, dependable home care to their clients across the US. Their unparalleled reputation of quality home care covers a broad spectrum of services ranging from aging care for the elderly, post-surgery care, transitional care from a hospital or rehab, to post maternity care for those mothers who need care after the birth of their child.

Aside from the company’s mission for quality home care and passion for the value of family, one of the other reasons that Assisting Hands has provided such exceptional care to their clients is due to their high standards for hiring.

According to the company’s Vice President, Gail Stout, Assisting Hands Home Care believes that the caregivers are the face of the company. “Our agencies hire caregivers that first and foremost align with our company’s core values.” Gail went on to explain that their agencies do a complete interview process of each hiring candidate. “We look for the three most important qualities in our caregivers which is professionalism, empathy, and strong communication skills.” Additionally, the agencies do a comprehensive background screening, training and verification of skill competency. “Each AHHC agency has a robust pool of caregivers but we are always looking to hire additional caregivers that meet our guidelines and criteria for caring for our clients,” Gail said.

According to some of the agencies’ caregivers, Assisting Hands motivates their employees to give the best care possible. “They treat their caregivers with very high standards,” said Fatima L. She went on to say that the company strives to provide quality care to their clients for all their individual needs. “Because of this quality care it makes a great difference to all elderly clients and their families.”

Some of the other comments made by various Assisting Hands caregivers are “I applaud this company for the high standards and ethics that I have witnessed…” - Julie J.

“I have worked for home care companies in the past and none of them are at all like Assisting Hands Home Care. I feel like a genuinely valued employee.” Kelsey L.

“What I have experienced since working at AHHC is that the company truly cares about its clients just as well as its employees. They are always willing to help and go the extra mile to meet everyone’s needs.” LaEasha G.

Assisting Hands Home Care and their employees believe that there is value to offering dependable care and compassion to those in need which is witnessed on a daily basis by both the staff and the clients. No matter what service is being provided, from light housekeeping and making meals to helping with bathing and grooming needs, caring for others with dignity and dedication is paramount to Assisting Hands Home Care which is reflected in AHHC caregivers.