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Weekend Jobs in DeKalb, IL (NOW HIRING)

Visiting Angels of Rockford is looking for Weekend Caregivers! * Would more flexible scheduling help you improve your work/life balance ? * Working in a healthcare facility and caring for 12-15 ...

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$79.5K

$137.5K

$245.9K

How much do weekend jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend in DeKalb, IL is $137,506.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $96,200.00 and $167,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are weekend jobs?

Weekend jobs are positions that primarily require employees to work during the weekends, typically Saturday and Sunday. These roles are common in industries such as retail, hospitality, healthcare, and customer service, where business activity continues or increases on weekends. Weekend jobs can be part-time or full-time and are ideal for students, people looking for extra income, or those with weekday commitments. Duties and schedules vary based on the employer and industry.

Where to find weekend jobs?

Whether you only need a part-time job or you need to supplement your full-time income, there are countless weekend jobs available nearly everywhere. Most weekend jobs are part-time jobs, including retail, food service, child care, fitness, customer service, teaching, tutoring, and medical care positions.

What are typical responsibilities and expectations for employees working weekend shifts?

Employees working weekend shifts are often responsible for maintaining business continuity during non-standard hours, which can include customer service, operational support, or facility management. Weekend roles may involve more independent work or smaller teams, requiring strong self-motivation and adaptability. Communication with weekday staff for smooth handovers and reporting is crucial. Flexibility and reliability are highly valued, as weekend coverage is essential for many industries.

What is the difference between Weekend vs Part-Time Worker?

AspectWeekendPart-Time Worker
Work SchedulePrimarily works on weekends, often with fixed weekend shiftsWorks fewer hours than full-time, flexible schedule including weekdays and weekends
CredentialsTypically no specific credentials required, varies by industryOften requires basic qualifications or certifications depending on the role
Work EnvironmentSame as full-time roles, often in retail, hospitality, or healthcareVaries widely, including retail, customer service, or administrative roles
Industry UsageCommon in retail, hospitality, healthcare, and service industriesUsed across many industries for flexible staffing needs

Weekend workers primarily work on weekends with fixed schedules, often in retail or hospitality. Part-time workers have flexible hours, working fewer hours overall, and may work weekdays or weekends. Both roles offer flexibility but differ in scheduling and commitment levels.

What job categories do people searching Weekend jobs in DeKalb, IL look for?

The top searched job categories for Weekend jobs in DeKalb, IL are:

What cities near DeKalb, IL are hiring for Weekend jobs?

Cities near DeKalb, IL with the most Weekend job openings:

Infographic showing various Weekend job openings in DeKalb, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 52% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 12% Contract, and 9% Nights. Highlights an 97% In-person, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $137,506 per year, or $66.1 per hour.

$17 - $21/hr

Part-time

Retirement, PTO

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Visiting Angels rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 290 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

183rd of 242 rated social care providers


Job description


Do you have a passion for helping other people?
Visiting Angels of Rockford is looking for Weekend Caregivers!
 
  • Would more flexible scheduling help you improve your work/life balance?
  • Working in a healthcare facility and caring for 12-15 patients can be a grind - would you rather work close to home and have closer relationships with fewer clients?
  • Would you like to make extra money on the weekends while also giving back to your community?
  • Do you want to be respected and rewarded for the work you do?
 
Here’s why caregivers and CNAs want to work for Visiting Angels of Rockford:
  • Nationally recognized as one of the top in-home care agencies to work for
  • Scheduling that works with your life and placement close to home
  • "Matching" with compatible clients based on their needs and your strengths
  • Full and part time positions available
  • Starting pay of  $17.00 - $21.00 an hour
  • Get paid every day with Tapcheck on-demand pay.
  • Automatically earn incentives, bonuses, and gift cards by achieving performance goals
  • Merit based pay raises annually
  • PTO
  • Retirement plan with company match
  • Mentoring program for all new caregivers
  • Paid training and orientation
  • Referral bonuses
  • Short term disability insurance
  • All travel time and miles paid
  • Holiday pay
 
Caring for our caregivers, as well as our clients, is a model that works for us.
In fact, 96% of our caregivers would recommend working with us to their friends! Our commitment to treating our caregivers with courtesy, dignity, and respect sets us apart and shapes everything that we do.
What does Visiting Angels expect from you?:
  • Positive attitude, great communication skills, and able to work independently
  • Solid personal character with empathetic personality
  • Able to read, write and converse in English
  • A high school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
  • 1+ year minimum professional care-giving experience
  • Valid Driver’s license and insured automobile

We have immediate openings for weekend and other shifts near your home in Winnebago and Boone Counties!
Apply Now to Become a Part of our Consistently Growing Team!
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About Visiting Angels

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Visiting Angels is a locally owned and operated home care franchise dedicated to ensuring that seniors are able to age gracefully in the place that we call home.

Industry

Health care and social assistance, home health care services, personal services and fitness and sports centers

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Bryn Mawr, PA, US