Caregiver, Healthcare Nursing, Home Health Aide

Caregiver - Immediate Openings at Home Instead summary:

Home Instead is hiring caregivers to provide companionship, personal care (bathing, grooming, toileting), meal prep, and light housekeeping for seniors with flexible shifts across multiple Chicago-area locations. The role offers $16.50–$18.50/hr, weekly pay, benefits eligibility, paid training, mileage reimbursement, and opportunities for growth and 24/7 office support using a mobile app for scheduling. Candidates need at least 6 months of non-family caregiving experience or relevant certification (CNA/HHA/LVN/LPN/RN) and basic English skills, with expectations to work recurring shifts for the same clients.

As a Caregiver with Home Instead, you’ll have a dedicated team behind you every step of the way. Our tools and training help you focus on what matters most—caring for seniors.

• 24/7 support from our experienced office team
• Industry-leading caregiver technology and scheduling tools
• Weekly pay and benefits for eligible employees
• Opportunities to learn and grow in your role

Join a company that supports you while you support others.

• North Side / Evanston - weekday and weekend; morning and afternoon
• Lake Forest - weekday and weekend; early morning
• Chicago Core - weekday and weekend mornings
• Naperville / Joliet - weekday afternoons;
  Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday early morning;
  Monday/Wednesday/Friday and weekend late morning
• West Side / Oak Park - Monday/Wednesday/Friday morning and afternoon
• Northwest Suburbs - Monday/Sunday early morning; weekday late morning

• $16.50-$18.50/hr - weekly pay & direct deposit
• $700 caregiver referral program
• Sick leave accrual opportunities and paid training
• Paid holidays at 1.5x your rate
• Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, based on eligibility
• 401k matching, based on eligibility
• Mileage reimbursement (in-visit travel and between same-day visits)
• Opportunity for continuous learning

• Foster relationships with clients through companionship and compassionate caregiving.
• Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties.
• Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence.

• Fast job placement for qualified candidates.
• Dedicated support from our passionate team, available 24/7.
• Leverage our industry-leading mobile app for real-time updates on client needs, schedule management, and earnings tracking.

• Minimum of 6 months of paid professional caregiving experience (non-family) OR be a CNA, HHA, LVN/LPN, or RN
• Willing and able to work at least two weekly shifts with the same client(s) to provide consistent care and build strong relationships
• Have basic English speaking, reading, and writing abilities (Bilingual or multilingual individuals are encouraged to apply)
• Complete any necessary compliance, license, or registration requirements

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