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Caregiver/CNA

Senior Helpers, Elgin, IL, United States


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Senior Helpers | Great Place to Work® Certified

IMMEDIATE HIRE ALL SHIFTS AND WEEKENDS

Senior Helpers is a nationally recognized leader in senior home care, and we are urgently hiring experienced, dependable caregivers to join our growing team.

If you have at least one year of hands‑on caregiving experience—whether professional or caring for a loved one—and are passionate about helping seniors live with dignity and independence, we want to hear from you.

Immediate Openings Available

Why You’ll Love Working with Senior Helpers

Meaningful Work - Make a real difference every day

Flexible Schedules - Shifts that fit your availability

Ongoing Training - Dementia and Parkinson’s care education

Career Growth Opportunities

24/ 7 Office Support - You’re never alone

Recognition and Rewards - We value your hard work

Mileage Reimbursement for errands and transportation

Benefits - Vision and dental (after qualifying period)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Performance-based raises

Weekend Differential - Earn an extra $1/hour

Team events, bonuses, and stay‑on rewards

Referral bonuses for caregivers and client referrals

Responsibilities

Assist with personal care: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting

Provide companionship and meaningful engagement

Prepare meals and assist with feeding

Perform light housekeeping and laundry

Provide medication reminders (no medication administration)

Escort clients to appointments and errands

Assist with mobility and ensure home safety

Follow individualized care plans and document care provided

Observe, report, and communicate changes in client condition

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year of caregiving experience required

Professional or family caregiving experience accepted

Must be 18 years of age or older

High school diploma or GED preferred

Reliable transportation is required

Valid driver’s license required if transporting clients

Must be willing and able to travel to: Huntley, Algonquin, Cary, Elgin, South Elgin, and surrounding areas

Must pass background screening

Must be authorized to work in the United States (W-2 employees only)

Compassionate, dependable, and committed to quality care

Preferred

CPR / First Aid certification

Experience with Dementia or Alzheimer’s care

CNA or HHA certification

Experience with mobility assistance

Qualifications

Experience providing in‑home services to seniors or completion/enrollment in a CNA or nursing program

Ability to work independently

Strong judgment and decision‑making skills

Reliable transportation between client homes

Ready to Make a Difference? Apply today and join a team where compassion, respect, and quality care come first.

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