Overview

Location: North Shore, Gold Coast, Barrington, Hinsdale

Pay: $17.00-$19.00/hr

Now hiring for full-time, part-time, live-in, and overnight shifts.

We're changing how the world lives and ages at home. TheKey, formerly Home Care Assistance, provides premium in-home care to older adults so they can live safely and comfortably at home as they age. Our unique team-based approach provides exceptional support to our caregivers as well as our clients. We’re committed to helping families get the support and quality care they need—so that more older adults can live well and age wisely in the home they love.

Who We Are: 

We stand for optimal well-being in our clients and pride of purpose in our care teams. Our strong core values have positioned us to continue providing companion care even as we navigate COVID-19. 

What We Offer: 

• Competitive wages 
• Paid Training - Virtual/Online/Hands-On classes
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision and Mileage Reimbursement
• Year-round caregiver recognition programs & appreciation days
• Access to our CareAcademy - continued training and development
• 24/7 Caregiver Support Team

COVID-19 Protocols and Essential Worker Support:

• 24/7 Covid Rapid Response Team
• PPE supplies provided if needed/required - masks (required), face shields, gowns and gloves
• Safety Precautions Training 
• Assistance with gathering resources/county testing

Who You Are:

A dependable, compassionate and empathetic professional looking for a career with a profound purpose. You are motivated by helping others and providing quality service above all else. You are driven by making an impact and contributing to a better quality of life for the aging population. You want to show up and make a difference each and every day. 

What You Will Do: 

You will have the ultimate responsibility to help implement customized care plans that encompass solutions to nurture the whole person in mind, body and spirit. You will be providing impeccable care to clients by assisting in scheduled activities as well as overall care management. You will treat your clients like family, going above and beyond to enhance their quality of life.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Complete daily tasks in a safe and professional manner (ADLs)
• Actively engage with each client by providing companionship, social & emotional support
• Assist with personal care activities to include: hygiene, mobility assistance, incontinence care, light housekeeping, feeding and meal preparation
• Keep order, safety and client enjoyment top of mind at all times
• Provide transportation to and from appointments if needed
• Documentation of completion of tasks
• Report changes in the client’s physical condition, mental capability or behavior

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• HS diploma and 1 year of professional or personal experience preferred (applicants who have 
• cared for family members or relatives are welcome to apply (training will be provided)
• CNA is a plus, not required
• Alzheimer's or Dementia experience is a plus
• Empathy, compassion, dependability and kindness a MUST
• Ability to use sound judgement and remain calm in a variety of situations
• Basic computer skills as well as overall technical savviness 
• Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Can pass a background check and provide references
• This assignment is for a community that requires caregivers to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19

What We Are All About:

At TheKey, we pride ourselves on hiring quality professionals who feel just as passionate as we do about helping transform the lives of aging adults and promote a healthy mind, body and spirit. Our employees are compassionate, committed, innovative and dedicated to improving the quality of life our seniors so deserve. Would you like to help us change the way the world ages?