Homemaker/Companion (Evanston, IL)

Join the North Shore's Best Care Team

At Right at Home Chicago Metro we are a Team made up of dedicated and compassionate individuals who's mission is to Improve the Quality of Life for Those We Serve. If you have a heart and mind to serve, are dependable, detail minded, and have a curiosity about people apply today!

Why Should You Work With Us? 

We offer a career path, not just a job. We have robust benefits, training, and support. We care for you the way we want you to care for our clients.

Location: Evanston, IL

A Homemaker/Companion provides for the maintenance of a safe and clean environment.  Performs various housekeeping tasks, meal preparation and companionship activities for clients in their residences.

Benefits

• Flexible Scheduling
• Worker's Compensation Coverage
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Recognition & Rewards
• Benefit Access for:
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

Caregiver Recognition

• Care Reward Points for Cash and Prizes
• Gift Cards
• RaH Swag (Shirts, Bags, and More)
• Featured in Our Caregiver News Letter and Care Rewards Board in the Office
• Acknowledge all Positive Feedback from Clients

Caregiver Referral Program

We offer a combinations of Cash Bonus and Care Reward Points for referring a new Caregiver, with additional money for the referred Caregivers tenure.

Training and Ongoing Educational Opportunities

• Extensive Orientation
  • Returns Skill Training on Hand-washing, Universal Precautions, Safe Transfers, Body Mechanics, and Adult Diapering
• Mentoring Program With Shift Introductions and Specific Client Orientation
• Follow Up Calls and Meetings After First Shift and 30, 60, and 90 Day Mark
• Ongoing Followups with New Assignments
• Monthly Satisfaction Management Calls
• Specialty Training Opportunities
  • TULIPS Training (Parkinson's)
  • Hospice Care Training
  • Cognitive Support Program

Essential Functions

• Performs homemaking activities which include (but are not limited to): vacuuming, dusting, sweeping or mopping floors, doing dishes, changing bed linens, doing laundry and cleaning bathrooms.
• Prepares meals and snacks according to instructions. May shop for groceries.
• Provides companionship for the client. This includes accompanying client on walks, trips to social/recreational activities, assistance with hobbies, etc.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or G.E.D certificate preferred. 
• Completion of a written Competency Evaluation. 
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job. 
• Possess a valid driver's license and have use of an insured automobile or access to adequate transportation for the job.