Home Care Assistant

Assisting Hands of Orland Park

Home Care Assistant

Orland Park, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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.