Home Care Aide

Home Care AideJoliet, IL.If caring for others comes natural to you, this is an ideal career opportunity! As an HOME CARE Aide you'll earn competitive pay helping seniors live safely and happily at home. From dressing to meals and companionship, you'll be a source of strength and support to those in need.Interim HealthCare® is the nation's first home care company and an employer of choice to Home Care Aides across the U.S. If you have a compassionate heart and a desire to make a career out of caring for others, you are made for this!Interim Health Care of Joliet is hiring for non-medical/non-certified Home Care Aidesto provide In home Supportive Services for Seniors in their homes.As a Home Care Aide, here's a big-picture view of what you'll do:Provide the personal care and support seniors need to live safely at homeAssist with activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, transportation and companionshipHelp with ambulation, and transferringProvide medication reminders, document their condition and notify a supervisor of any concernsEnsure a safe home environment with unobstructed pathwaysParticipate in activities that bring clients joy such as puzzles, games, reading and hobbiesOur Home Care Aides enjoy some excellent benefits:1:1 Aide-to-client ratiosSet your own schedule and enjoy work-life balanceBuild your skills with online training and earn CEUsCompetitive Pay through direct deposit every FridayA few must-haves for Home Care Aide:High school diploma (or equivalent)1 year of experience in a home care aide role, preferredCPR certificationValid IL driver's license, auto insurance and transportationCompassionate and helping nature, good communicator and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.Why Work for Interim HealthCare?Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation's first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Aides (HHAs). Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates HHAs, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of caregivers who are making a significant difference in the lives of others through the personalized, home-based care they provide.Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.