CareGiver at Homewatch CareGivers of Lincolnwood in Chicago, IL

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

1. Experience as a caregiver in a home care setting or skilled facility.

2. Must meet hiring criteria as defined in the agency’s minimum standards.

3. Must be able to function with minimal supervision, accepting personal responsibility for maintaining a professional relationship with the client.

4. Must accept responsibility for maintaining skills and learning on an ongoing basis, as well as adhering to agency policies.

5. Does not administer medication or perform any procedures requiring the knowledge or skills of a licensed nurse or registered therapist.

6. Must pass all background screening with satisfactory results.

7. Must possess effective communication skills.

Major Responsibilities

1. Responsible for assisting the agency’s clients with their personal care needs in accordance with the care plan and qualifications (CNA/PCP/HHA).

2. Responsible for assisting clients with activities of daily living in a safe and beneficial manner.

3.   Responsible for light housekeeping, menu planning, meal preparation and set up, laundry and linen change and provide bathing and dressing assistance
   

4.   Responsible to provide safety and companionship
   

5. Responsible to provide meaningful engagement with friends, family and community.