Lead Caregiver (Monday - Friday, Daytime)

Company: Home Helpers DuPage
Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: February 26, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance Company parties Dental insurance Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Why Home Helpers of DuPage and Will? At Home Helpers of DuPage and Will, we do more than help clients stay safely at homewe empower our caregivers to thrive. Join a missiondriven company that rewards leadership, invests in training, and values worklife balance. If youre a seasoned caregiver ready to mentor others and elevate care quality, this is your next step. Benefits & Perks Competitive pay with overtime pay starting at $19 an hour Quality hours every week guaranteed 40 hours Monday-Friday based on schedule. Flexible shifts & paid time off Paid certifications , and a fasttrack promotion path to Care Leadership Supportive leadership , opendoor culture, and team recognition events What Youll Do Lead by example: launch new cases, introduce permanent caregivers to families, and model bestpractice care techniques. Provide handson care: assist clients with personal hygiene, mobility, light exercise, meals, housekeeping, errands, and medication reminders. Ensure quality & safety: complete homesafety assessments, conduct routine qualityassurance visits, and document planofcare updates for the Care Manager. Train & onboard caregivers: deliver oneonone coaching, skills refreshers, and ongoing competency checks. Serve on the oncall rotation: triage caregiver callouts, fill urgent shifts, and resolve client concerns after hours. Caregiver Lead will be on call for five days from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. You should be ready to step in to provide hands-on care, guidance, and support for both clients and team members. Problemsolve in real time: address changes in client condition, escalate issues, and keep families informed. What Youll Bring 2 years of professional caregiving, HHA, CNA, or homehealth experience (lead/supervisory duties a plus) Proven ability to coach peers and communicate effectively with clients, families, and clinical staff Reliable transportation and a valid drivers license. Must have full knowledge of all types of care (bed-bound and dementia care) Techsavvy enough to document care notes in a mobile app or EMR Compassionate, ethical, and calm under pressureprofessional in every scenario Ready to Lead with Heart? Bring your expertise and passion to a company that appreciates both. Click Apply Now to to speak with our hiring team! Equal Opportunity Employer we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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