PART-TIME Memory Care Partner | Dementia Caregiver & Activities | Weekday Daytime Hours

Job Description

Job Description

Part-Time Memory Care Partner – Weekday Daytime HoursMonday–Friday | 4–6 Hour Shifts | Approximately 20 Hours/WeekThis Is Caregiving-Done Differently.Looking for meaningful, consistent part-time work that fits into your weekday schedule?At Full Bloom Memory Care®, we're hiring compassionate, engaging, and dependable Memory Care Partners for part-time weekday schedules in the Evanston area.This is a caregiver position with a unique focus on companionship, engagement, and activity-based dementia care. While you'll provide supportive caregiving as needed, much of your time will be spent helping clients stay active, engaged, and connected through meaningful activities, conversation, walks, outings, and person-centered experiences.These part-time opportunities are especially well suited for someone who wants steady, meaningful work of approximately 20 hours per week rather than a traditional 40+ hour caregiving schedule.Current availability needed:Monday–FridayDaytime hours between 7:00 AM–1:00 PMConsistent 4–6 hour shiftsApproximately 20 hours per weekEvanston and surrounding areaIf your favorite part of working with older adults is building relationships, sharing conversation, staying active, and helping someone genuinely enjoy their day, we'd love to meet you.About Full Bloom Memory CareFull Bloom Memory Care® is dedicated exclusively to supporting older adults living with dementia and memory loss through compassionate, relationship-centered care.Our philosophy is simple: people living with dementia deserve more than assistance-they deserve meaningful days filled with purpose, connection, dignity, and joy.That's why our Memory Care Partners do more than complete tasks. We build relationships, create experiences, encourage independence, and help each client remain engaged in the things that matter most to them.What You'll Actually Be DoingEvery day is different because every client is different.As a Memory Care Partner, you'll combine companionship, meaningful engagement, and supportive caregiving tailored to each client's personality, interests, and abilities.A typical shift might include:Sharing coffee and conversationGoing for a neighborhood walkPlaying games, cards, or doing puzzlesListening to favorite musicBaking, gardening, or doing crafts togetherVisiting a senior center, park, or favorite local spotEncouraging independence with daily routinesProviding supportive caregiving and personal care as neededBuilding a genuine relationship through companionship and conversationWe believe meaningful engagement is just as important as the care we provide.Who Thrives in This Role?You don't need to be someone looking for a traditional full-time caregiving schedule to make an incredible Memory Care Partner.We're especially interested in people who are looking for consistent, purposeful part-time work and naturally enjoy connecting with others.You may be a great fit if you:Genuinely enjoy spending time with older adultsAre warm, conversational, and engagingKnow how to make someone feel comfortable and includedEnjoy walks, games, music, outings, crafts, cooking, or other activitiesAre patient and able to adapt when plans changeNaturally encourage independenceAre dependable and value having a consistent weekly scheduleWant meaningful work without needing 40–60 hours per weekWe welcome applicants from both traditional and non-traditional backgrounds.Your experience might come from:Caregiving or senior livingMemory careEducation or childcareSocial work or psychologyBehavioral healthRecreation or activity programsHuman servicesCommunity or volunteer programsYouth programsHospitalityTheater, music, or the creative artsCaring for an older family memberFor these positions, we're looking beyond a resume. Warmth, reliability, patience, creativity, and the ability to genuinely connect with another person matter tremendously.Why This Part-Time Role Is DifferentMany caregiving jobs are designed for caregivers seeking long shifts and 40+ hours every week.This opportunity isn't.We're intentionally building a team of Memory Care Partners who want shorter, consistent weekday shifts and meaningful one-on-one relationships with clients.This could be a great fit if you're looking for approximately 20 hours per week during daytime hours and want your work to have a real purpose.As a Memory Care Partner, You Will:Build meaningful relationships with clients and familiesProvide companionship and emotional supportCreate engaging experiences based on each client's interestsEncourage movement, walking, and healthy routinesLead cognitive, recreational, and enrichment activitiesAccompany clients on community outingsEncourage independence with everyday activitiesProvide compassionate caregiving and personal care as neededCommunicate with Full Bloom's dementia care team to ensure excellent continuity of careWhy Join Full Bloom Memory Care?Unlike traditional home care agencies, Full Bloom specializes exclusively in dementia care.We'll provide specialized training to help you better understand dementia, communicate effectively, respond compassionately, and create meaningful experiences for the people you support.You'll never be expected to simply "sit" with a client. You'll be encouraged to engage, connect, and make your time together meaningful.What We OfferCompetitive pay: $25.00/hrConsistent part-time weekday schedulesApproximately 20 hours per week4–6 hour daytime shifts between 7:00 AM–1:00 PMWeekly payThoughtful client matching based on personalities, interests, and strengthsPaid hands-on training in memory care and behavioral techniquesOngoing mentorship and professional developmentOpportunities to grow with Full BloomRecognition programs celebrating our Memory Care PartnersA Person-Centered Approach That Honors YouJust as we take time to understand every client, we want to understand you-your personality, strengths, interests, and passions.That allows us to thoughtfully match Memory Care Partners with clients where genuine relationships can develop.We believe great care starts with supporting great caregivers.RequirementsConsistent weekday availability Monday–Friday between 7:00 AM–1:00 PMAbility to consistently work approximately 20 hours per weekReliable transportation to clients in the Evanston areaValid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insuranceHigh school diploma or GEDAbility to pass a background check and verify eligibility to work in the U.S.Ability to lift up to 50 poundsEligibility to register with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Health Care Worker RegistryPrevious professional or personal experience supporting older adults is welcomed, but we also encourage candidates with strong transferable experience to applyMake Your Part-Time Hours MeaningfulMaybe you're not looking for a traditional 40-hour workweek.Maybe you're looking for consistent weekday hours, meaningful relationships, and work you can genuinely feel good about.At Full Bloom Memory Care®, a four-hour shift isn't "just a short shift."It's a walk around the neighborhood. A favorite song. A trip for coffee. A good conversation. A familiar routine. A laugh. And a few hours when someone living with memory loss feels connected, confident, and genuinely engaged.That's what caregiving looks like at Full Bloom.If that sounds like the kind of part-time work you've been looking for, we'd love to meet you.Apply today and discover why caregiving at Full Bloom is different.