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Home Care Assistant

Assisting Hands of Orland Park

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.

Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago

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