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Homecare Aide / Home Maker

Destiny Healthcare Services, Aurora, IL, United States


Overview
We are currently seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated Homemakers / Home Care Aides to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to help clients remain safe, comfortable, and independent in their own homes while being part of an agency that truly values its employees.

Description
Homemaker / Home Care Aide responsibilities include assisting clients with meal planning and preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, errands, transportation, companionship, and respite support. Homemakers play an important role in improving clients’ quality of life by delivering care in a respectful, compassionate, and professional manner in accordance with agency policies and industry standards.

Position Summary
Homemakers provide essential in-home support to individuals who need assistance due to age, illness, disability, or other health-related conditions. Services may include housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, errands, transportation, companionship, and respite support.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with meal planning and meal preparation

Perform light housekeeping duties such as making and changing beds, dusting, vacuuming, washing floors, cleaning kitchens and bathrooms

Laundry

Assist with essential shopping and errands in accordance with the care plan

Handle client funds for approved errands when authorized and supervised

Support clients in following written special diet plans as outlined in the care plan

Escort clients to medical appointments, shopping trips, errands, and outings as specified in the care plan

Provide companionship, friendship, and emotional support

Assist clients with communication needs, including writing or typing correspondence and researching information

Follow the written care plan and all agency policies and procedures

Observe changes in the client’s condition and report concerns to the Supervisor

Complete and maintain accurate records of daily activities, observations, and service hours

Attend orientation, in-service training, and staff meetings

Maintain professional communication with Supervisors and co-workers

Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Reporting Relationship
Reports directly to the Supervisor.

Requirements

The homemaker must pass the agency exam with a score of 75% or better

In good physical health

High school diploma or equivalent required

Related training or experience is a plus

Valid driver’s license required

Valid automobile insurance required

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Sick days

Pet insurance

401(k)

Aflac

Why Work with Us
At our agency, you are more than just an employee, you are part of a team that truly cares. We are committed to supporting our staff, recognizing hard work, and creating opportunities for growth while making a real impact in the lives of the clients and families we serve.

Apply
Apply today and become part of a team that makes a difference every day.

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