Caregiver

Make a Difference Every Day!

Home Helpers Home Care of East Peoria is looking for compassionate, dependable caregivers to join our team providing care to seniors and individuals who need assistance in their homes.

Our caregivers play an important role in helping clients remain safe, comfortable, and independent while maintaining their dignity, routines, and quality of life. Whether assisting with personal care, preparing meals, providing companionship, or helping with everyday activities, you'll make a meaningful difference in someone's life.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys one-on-one caregiving, prefers longer daytime shifts, and takes pride in providing reliable, compassionate care.

Schedule & Availability

• 12-hour daytime shifts 8am-8pm in Leroy
• Full-time and part-time opportunities may be available
• Weekday and weekend shifts may be available based on client needs
• Consistent schedules whenever possible
• Specific shift times and schedules will be discussed during the hiring process

What You'll Do

As a Day Shift Caregiver, your responsibilities may include:

• Providing compassionate, personalized care and companionship
• Assisting clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and personal hygiene
• Helping clients safely transfer, walk, and move throughout their homes
• Assisting with morning routines and daily activities
• Preparing meals and assisting with eating as needed
• Performing light housekeeping, laundry, and other homemaking tasks
• Providing transportation to appointments, errands, and social activities as needed
• Supporting clients living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia
• Providing medication reminders as outlined in the client's care plan
• Encouraging independence, engagement, and meaningful daily activities
• Following established care plans and documenting care provided
• Communicating changes in client condition or concerns to the office team

Compensation & Benefits

At Home Helpers, we believe caregivers deserve to feel appreciated, supported, and valued for the important work they do.

We offer:

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and qualifications
• $2.00 per hour weekend differential for eligible hours from midnight Friday through midnight Sunday
• 21 hours of paid training during your first 60 days
• Paid leave accrued at one hour for every 40 hours worked, available for use after 90 days of employment
• Biweekly pay
• Optional earned wage access program
• Paid travel time and mileage between qualifying client shifts
• Employee referral bonuses of up to $250
• Eligibility for our profit-sharing retirement plan after meeting plan requirements
• Support from a dedicated local office team
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development

What We're Looking For

Our ideal candidate is someone who:

• Is compassionate, patient, dependable, and respectful
• Is comfortable working 12-hour daytime shifts
• Has experience caring for seniors or individuals who need assistance, although training is provided
• Is comfortable assisting with personal care, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and transfers
• Can work independently while following an established care plan
• Communicates professionally with clients, families, and office staff
• Has reliable transportation
• Can successfully complete required background checks
• Takes pride in providing consistent, high-quality care

Why Work for Home Helpers?

Home Helpers Home Care of East Peoria is a locally owned home care agency dedicated to helping seniors and individuals maintain their independence and quality of life in the comfort of their own homes.

We understand that caregiving can be both rewarding and challenging. That's why we work hard to provide our caregivers with the training, communication, and support they need to succeed.

Our mission is to be the most trusted and respected provider of home care services, and our vision is to be the extended family when family can't be there.

If you're looking for a meaningful caregiving position with longer daytime shifts, where your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today to join the Home Helpers Home Care team as a Day Shift Caregiver!