Live In Steam Support Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Live-In Caregiver to provide exceptional in-home care for individuals requiring support with daily activities and health management. This vital role offers the opportunity to create meaningful connections while ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of those in your care. As a Live-In Caregiver, you will work closely with clients to promote independence, dignity, and quality of life through personalized care plans and attentive support. This position is ideal for motivated individuals who thrive in a dynamic caregiving environment and are committed to making a positive impact every day.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient observations, including vital signs, to track health status and report changes promptly
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, and toileting
• Support clients with memory care needs, including Alzheimer's and dementia care strategies
• Utilize specialized equipment such as Hoyer lifts and catheter care tools to promote safe mobility and hygiene
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to dietary requirements while maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards
• Conduct home safety assessments, cleaning, laundry, and light housekeeping to ensure a safe living environment
• Provide compassionate support in hospice settings or during end-of-life care situations

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior care, assisted living, nursing homes, or home health environments
• Certification in CPR and first aid is required; additional certifications such as hospice or dementia training are a plus
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or disabilities
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting with Hoyer lifts and assisting with mobility needs
• Excellent observational skills for patient monitoring and recognizing health changes promptly
• Compassionate attitude with excellent communication skills to engage effectively with clients and their families

This role offers a rewarding opportunity to provide vital support within a live-in setting that fosters independence while ensuring comprehensive care. If you are energetic, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a difference in people's lives through dedicated caregiving—apply today!

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Completed fingerprints and registered as a caregiver in the state of IL
• Valid Driver’s License and vehicle/reliable transportation

Why be a Senior Helpers of Schaumburg Caregiver? We truly care about our staff.

• Great Place to Work® Certified
• Competitive Salary – We offer competitive, market rate hourly pay
• Professional Growth Opportunities—we provide training opportunities to our caregivers to grow their skills as a caregiver and as a professional.
• Work/Life Balance—we understand the need for a healthy balance of your professional and personal life.
• Team Support—we believe that a strong team that gives support is the best way to succeed long term.
• Flexible Schedule—we understand that you may need flexibility to align with your lifestyle and schedule, so we work with our caregivers to fit their schedule to their availability.
• Make a Difference—when you are a Senior Helpers Caregiver, you will be the direct contact for our clients, giving you the opportunity to make their days brighter and help give our clients’ their independence. This not only helps our clients, but their families will appreciate all that you do too!

If you have worked in an assisted living facility, independent living facility, memory care facility, skilled nursing facility, or have a healthcare background or would like to start your career in healthcare, apply today! Hiring immediately!!

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.