Experienced Caregiver (IDOA)

Job Description:

Caregiver Personal Care Aide PCA IDOA
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most—At Home

Provides in-home personal care services to older adults in accordance with individualized plans of care and all Illinois Department on Aging (IDOA) regulations and requirements. We are seeking caregivers in Riverdale, Dolton, Harvey, Blue Island, Southeast Chicago, Calumet City, Burnham, and Lansing.

Hourly Pay up to $19.75–$20.75/hour
Daily Pay Available | Urgently Hiring | English Speaking

As a Caregiver, you will play a vital role in improving quality of life and bringing comfort, dignity, and support to those who need it most.

Why Join Elara Caring?

• Grow your schedule + weekly hours based on your availability

• Competitive pay + daily pay options = work today, get paid tomorrow

• Paid training, career growth + advancement opportunities

• Supportive team environment focused on your success

• Opportunity to make a real difference every day

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus a 401K match

• Opportunities include: Contracts with IDOA, MCO, VA

As a Caregiver, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:

• Provide personal care support, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene assistance

• Assist clients with mobility, transfers, and daily living activities

• Prepare meals and assist with feeding when needed

• Perform housekeeping, laundry, and household tasks

• Provide companionship and emotional support to improve quality of life

• Assist with errands, grocery shopping, and transportation to appointments (when applicable)

• Promote a safe, comfortable, and respectful environment for each client

What is Required?

• One of the following: high school diploma/GED, one year of comparable human service experience or dependent-care experience, or current GED enrollment with successful coursework progress.

• Minimum 6 months of personal or professional caregiving experience

• Dementia care experience required

• Ability to provide full hands-on personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility assistance

• Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Reliable transportation to travel to client homes

• Ability to lift, stand, bend, and assist clients as needed (up to 50 pounds)

Join a team where your compassion, dedication, and care truly make a difference. Apply today and start building a meaningful career with Elara Caring.

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