Part-Time Companionship- Dementia Caregiver

Job Description

Job Description

In-Home Caregivers of Illinois is seeking a patient, engaging, and compassionate female caregiver to provide part-time support for a client with dementia. This position focuses heavily on companionship, cognitive engagement, and light daily assistance to help our client maintain a safe, active, and fulfilling routine at home.

Schedule & Compensation:

• Days: 2 days per week (Tuesdays & Thursdays)

• Hours: 4 hours per shift (8 hours total per week)

• Pay Rate: $18.00 - $20.00 /hr

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Cognitive Engagement: Facilitate mental stimulation exercises, memory games, and interactive activities tailored to dementia care.

  • Companionship: Provide warm, meaningful conversation and attentive supervision.

  • Meal Preparation: Assist with or prepare healthy, balanced meals.

  • Medication Reminders: Ensure daily medications are taken on time.

  • Light Housekeeping: Clean area after preping meals

  • Transportation/Errands: Drive client to local resturants, short outings, or social activities as needed with milage reimbursed.

Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License: Must have a clean driving record and reliable personal transportation.

• Dementia Experience: Prior experience in memory care or dementia care is strongly preferred.

• Key Traits: Engaging, patient, punctual, and empathetic.

Clean background check, reliable transportation, a drivers license, a negative drug screen, and a compassionate heart for the elderly.

What to Expect: Be prepared for a same-day interview as soon as you respond with a good working phone number and an updated resume.

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