Caregiver

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Caregiver!

Are you a compassionate and dependable individual with a heart for helping others? Gurnee Place Memory Care is seeking Caregivers to provide exceptional care and support to residents in our senior living communities. If you love making a difference in people’s lives and want to be part of a mission-driven team, we want YOU on our team!

At Gurnee Place Memory Care we’re all about making lives better—whether it’s for our residents, clients, or the incredible people who work with us (that’s you!). We believe in the power of hospitality, stewardship, integrity, respect, and humor® , and we bring those values to life every single day.

Now, let’s talk about YOU and why you’ll love this role:

What You’ll Do (AKA: Your Superpowers)

Deliver Compassionate Resident Care:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.

• Support residents during mealtimes, recreational activities, and daily routines, ensuring comfort and dignity.

• Respond promptly to resident needs and call lights, ensuring safety and attentiveness at all times.

Support a Safe & Healthy Environment:

• Assist with transferring and positioning residents, using proper safety techniques.

• Maintain a clean and organized living environment by assisting with light housekeeping tasks.

• Monitor residents’ health and behavior, and report any changes or concerns to nursing or leadership staff.

Promote Engagement & Well-Being:

• Build positive, supportive relationships with residents and families.

• Encourage resident participation in social and wellness activities to enhance quality of life.

• Uphold the mission, values, and care standards of Health Dimensions Group in all interactions.

Collaborate with Team Members:

• Work alongside nurses, dining, and life enrichment staff to coordinate and deliver holistic care.

• Attend team meetings and training sessions to stay current on care practices and community updates.

What You Bring to the Table (Besides Your Big Heart)

✔ Experience & Training:

• Prior experience as a caregiver, home health aide, or personal care assistant preferred, but not required.

• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to complete training upon hire.

✔ Skills & Qualities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with residents, families, and team members.

• Ability to provide care with kindness, patience, and respect for residents' dignity and independence.

• Dependable and flexible with shift availability (including weekends or holidays as needed).

✔ Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, lift, bend, and move throughout the shift.

• Able to assist with resident transfers and physical support using proper techniques.

• Competitive hourly pay & shift differentials

• Paid time off & flexible scheduling options

• Health, dental & vision insurance for qualifying team members

• Ongoing training & career growth opportunities

• A supportive, mission-driven team that values your impact every day

Schedule:

Part-time PM (2pm-10:30pm)

Part-time Overnight (10pm-6:30am)

PRN/On-Call

Gurnee Place Memory Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer