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Bilingual IDOA Caregiver (Spanish-speaking)

Elara Caring

Lansing, ILJobup to $20.75/hrTracked 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
up to $20.75/hr
Location
Lansing, IL
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Elara Caring is hiring a Bilingual IDOA Caregiver (Spanish-speaking). Elara Caring seeks bilingual caregivers to provide in‑home personal care for older adults across several Illinois communities, following IDOA regulations. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, mobility, meals, housekeeping, and companionship while offering flexible scheduling, paid training, and competitive hourly pay with daily options.

Key focus areas include Provide personal care support including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene assistance, Assist clients with mobility, transfers, and daily living activities, and Prepare meals and assist with feeding when needed.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, One Year Human Service Experience Or Dependent-Care Experience, and Ability To Lift Up To 50 Pounds. Important skills include Spanish Language, English, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Compassionate, and Patient.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Spanish LanguageEnglishCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCompassionatePatientDependableReliable TransportationBilingual Spanish and EnglishCompassionate PersonalityPatient PersonalityDependable PersonalityStrong Communication SkillsPhysical Ability to Lift 50 PoundsPersonal Care SupportMobility AssistanceMeal PreparationHousekeepingCompanionship

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or One Year Human Service Experience or Dependent-Care Experience or Current GED Enrollment With Coursework ProgressExperience Providing Care to Elderly or Disabled Individuals

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Job Description:

Caregiver Personal Care Aide PCA IDOA

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most—At Home

Provides in-home personal care services to older adults in accordance with individualized plans of care and all Illinois Department on Aging (IDOA) regulations and requirements. We are seeking caregivers in Riverdale, Dolton, Harvey, Blue Island, Southeast Chicago, Calumet City, Burnham, and Lansing.

Hourly pay up to $ 19.25-20.75 /hr

Daily Pay Available | Urgently Hiring

As a Caregiver, you will play a vital role in improving quality of life and bringing comfort, dignity, and support to those who need it most.

Why Join Elara Caring?

  • Grow your schedule + weekly hours based on your availability

  • Competitive pay + daily pay options = work today, get paid tomorrow

  • Paid training, career growth + advancement opportunities

  • Supportive team environment focused on your success

  • Opportunity to make a real difference every day

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus a 401K match

  • Opportunities include: Contracts with IDOA, MCO, VA

As a Caregiver, you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:

  • Provide personal care support, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene assistance

  • Assist clients with mobility, transfers, and daily living activities

  • Prepare meals and assist with feeding when needed

  • Perform housekeeping, laundry, and household tasks

  • Provide companionship and emotional support to improve quality of life

  • Assist with errands, grocery shopping, and transportation to appointments (when applicable)

  • Promote a safe, comfortable, and respectful environment for each client

What is Required?

  • Bilingual in Spanish and English, with the ability to communicate effectively in both languages, required.

  • One of the following: high school diploma/GED, one year of comparable human service experience or dependent-care experience, or current GED enrollment with successful coursework progress.

  • Experience providing care to elderly or disabled individuals preferred (professional or personal experience)

  • Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Reliable transportation to travel to client homes

  • Ability to lift, stand, bend, and assist clients as needed (up to 50 pounds)

Join a team where your compassion, dedication, and care truly make a difference. Apply today and start building a meaningful career with Elara Caring.

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Equal Employment Opportunity : We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected].

Pay & Benefit Information : Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits

EVerify : Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

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