Caregiver (Non-Medical) Part-Time

Description

Illinois Independent Living Center (IILC)
The Illinois Independent Living Center and Katharine Manor Apartments provide affordable, wheelchair accessible, barrier-free housing designed specifically for people who are mobility impaired, mentally alert, and able to live independently.  The housing promotes an independent lifestyle through its wheelchair accessible architectural design, in-house homemaker services, and convenient access to the community and its opportunities.

As a caregiver, you will provide a variety of non-medical services that allow tenants to remain in their homes and meet their daily challenges with dignity and compassion. This position is to cover a 20 hour/week (Monday -  Friday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm) schedule.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide home care services to a tenant in their residence located on-site at Katherine Manor
• Provide non-medical assistance to the tenant to meet the demands of living independently and maintaining a personal residence. This includes, but is not limited to, assistance with medication reminders, general      housekeeping, and basic ADLs
• Accurately complete all appropriate record documentation and report any concerning observations to the supervisor
• Ensure that all services are provided in accordance with the policies and procedures set forth by the Illinois Independent Living Center (IILC) at Katharine Manor. 
• Provide general housekeeping duties in community areas and other apartments as assigned
• Utilize proper PPE and lifting techniques as required to ensure the safety of both the caregiver and tenant
• Adhere to the dress and grooming standards of Illinois Independent Living Center
• Other duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED
• Complete Physical/Drug Screen/TB Test
• Complete all required background checks
• Be able to lift 50lbs throughout shift
• Ability to speak/read/write in English fluently
• Valid IL Driver's license and clear driving record
• Previous experience as a non-medical caregiver preferred

 Salary: $18.50/hour  

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Vacation Paid
• Sick Time
• Paid Leave Time
• Excellent EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

WAGE TRANSPARENCY NOTIFICATION

IILC/Katharine Manor, in compliance with House Bill 3129 regarding Pay Transparency, is committed to providing salary and benefits information for all open positions. Please note that all disclosed compensation rates for this role will be determined based on required qualifications, experience, education, skills, training, certifications, and seniority. 

IILC/Katharine Manor also has the right to offer candidates appropriate compensation rates, determined by the employer, commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, or seniority