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Home Care Assistant

Job in Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois, 60467, USA
Listing for: Assisting Hands Home Care
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Healthcare Nursing, Home Health Aide, Caregiver, Home Care
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Training & development
Assisting Hands Home Care

Are you someone who finds purpose in helping others? Do you believe that dignity, independence, and compassion matter—especially at home?

At Assisting Hands
, our caregivers are the heart of everything we do. As a Caregiver, you’ll provide meaningful support that allows clients to live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes. Every shift is an opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life.

💼 Position Summary

As a Caregiver, you will deliver compassionate personal care and homemaking services in accordance with each client’s individualized Plan of Care. Working under the guidance of the Staffing Coordinator, you will play a vital role in promoting safety, comfort, and overall well-being.

This is more than a job — it’s a chance to positively impact lives every single day.

🎓 Education Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Preferred Qualifications
  • At least one (1) year of experience in home care, long-term care, or a similar healthcare setting
  • A compassionate, dependable, and patient-centered mindset
  • Strong communication and observation skills
🏠 What You’ll Do ✨ Create a Clean & Safe Home Environment
  • Perform light housekeeping (bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas)
  • Assist with laundry, dishes, and general tidying
  • Maintain a safe, comfortable, and organized living space
🤝 Provide Personal Care & Daily Living Support
  • Assist with hygiene, grooming, dressing, shaving, and transfers
  • Support mobility, ambulation, and prescribed exercise routines
  • Help with eating and other daily living activities
🍽️ Support Nutrition & Meal Preparation
  • Prepare and serve balanced meals
  • Assist with feeding when needed
  • Ensure dietary needs are followed according to the care plan
❤️ Monitor Health & Well-Being
  • Observe and report changes in physical or emotional condition
  • Document personal care activities, vital signs, and intake/output as required
  • Communicate important updates to the Staffing Coordinator
🚶 Promote Safe Mobility
  • Assist with walkers, wheelchairs, and hoyer lifts
  • Encourage participation in range-of-motion and prescribed exercises
  • Support family members in safe caregiving practices
💊 Medication Assistance
  • Assist with self-administered medications
  • Retrieve medications, read labels, and support proper intake
  • Document medication assistance and ensure proper storage
🛡️ Infection Control & Compliance
  • Follow CDC hand hygiene and infection control guidelines
  • Adhere to company policies, procedures, and training standards
🕒 Work Schedule
  • Flexible shifts available 24/7 based on client needs and your availability
  • Hours vary by assignment
  • While we strive to provide consistent scheduling, a fixed number of hours cannot be guaranteed
💙 Why Join Assisting Hands?
  • Meaningful, purpose-driven work
  • Supportive team environment
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Opportunity to grow your caregiving experience
  • Make a direct and lasting impact in your community

If you are reliable, compassionate, and ready to make a difference in someone’s daily life, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team that truly cares.

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