Home Health Care Aide Jobs in Chicago, IL Hiring Now

Benefits:

• Clients matched by location & preferences
• Paid orientation
• Free online training courses
• Direct deposit
• TapCheck

Help seniors and adults live safely and comfortably at home through meaningful, one-on-one care. Assisting Hands Home Care – Merrillville is seeking compassionate, dependable caregivers to provide non-medical in-home care in East Chicago and nearby communities.

If you enjoy helping others, take pride in being reliable, and want a supportive team you can reach when needed, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Our Team?

• Flexible scheduling based on your availability and client needs
  
  
• Part-time, full-time, and PRN opportunities based on current openings
  
  
• Day, evening, overnight, and weekend assignments
  
  
• Paid orientation and ongoing caregiver training
  
  
• Responsive office team with 24/7 on-call support
  
  
• One-on-one client care and opportunities to build meaningful relationships
  
  
• Hourly pay with performance recognition and opportunities for growth
  
  

What You’ll Do

• Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating
  
  
• Support safe walking, transfers, and mobility according to each client’s care plan and your training
  
  
• Assist clients who use walkers, wheelchairs, or other prescribed mobility equipment
  
  
• Provide companionship, conversation, and support with daily routines
  
  
• Prepare meals and assist with light housekeeping, laundry, and home organization
  
  
• Provide medication reminders; this role does not include medication administration
  
  
• Observe and report changes in client condition, behavior, or safety
  
  
• Use our mobile app for scheduling, clocking in and out, and documenting care
  
  
• Follow agency safety procedures, infection prevention practices, and confidentiality policies
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
  
  
• Two years of caregiving experience preferred
  
  
• Relevant backgrounds may include caregiver, Home Health Aide (HHA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Personal Care Aide (PCA), or Direct Support Professional (DSP)
  
  
• Reliable transportation to assigned shifts, a valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance
  
  
• Ability to pass a national background check
  
  
• Current CPR certification and TB test, or willingness to obtain them before hire
  
  
• Dependable attendance, patience, professionalism, and clear communication
  
  
• Comfortable using a smartphone for scheduling, care documentation, and communication
  
  

Schedule and Work Location


This is an hourly, non-exempt position providing care in clients’ homes in East Chicago and nearby Lake County communities. Assignments and hours depend on client needs, your experience, and your availability.

Please include the days, hours, and communities you are available to work when applying.

Apply Today


We review applications daily and contact qualified candidates to schedule interviews. Submit your application to learn about available assignments and join a team that values the care you provide.