Caregiver – Join Our Award-Winning Team at Always Best Care!

Location: Glenview, Des Plaines, Niles, Highland Park and surrounding NorthShore areas
At Always Best Care, we’re proud to be recognized as a 2026 Caring Star and Best of Home Care Employer of Choice. We are a growing company that values our team and the amazing work they do to support seniors in our community. We’re looking for compassionate Caregivers to join our family!

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Pay: with opportunities to earn more based on experience and skills

  • Flexible Schedules: Full-time and part-time shifts available with options for 4-12 hour shifts or live-in positions

  • Paid Training: Ongoing professional development

  • Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance available

  • Retirement Plans: 401(k) options for your future

  • Paid Time Off

  • Quarterly Lunches & Team Bonding: Enjoy time with the office staff

  • Supportive Environment: 24/7 on-call assistance for caregivers

  • Shifts: Daytime, evening, overnight, weekend, and Live-in options available

Responsibilities:

As a Caregiver at Always Best Care, you’ll be responsible for:

  • Providing care and support for seniors

  • Assisting with light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, cleaning, and meal preparation

  • Offering transportation to appointments, errands, and social activities

  • Providing personal care, including bathing, dressing, and toileting

  • Assisting with mobility and transfers to and from beds, chairs, and wheelchairs

  • Monitoring health and wellness, reporting changes to supervisors

  • Offering emotional support and encouragement for maintaining independence

  • Keeping clients engaged through activities and conversation

  • Following care plans and safety protocols

Qualifications:

To ensure quality care, we require:

  • 2+ years of professional caregiving experience (home care agency, facility, or similar environment)

  • English proficiency and clear communication skills

  • Two professional references (supervisor or co-worker)

  • Ability to pass a background check

  • TB test (preferred, not required)

  • Valid driver’s license and current car insurance (preferred, not required)

  • Be dependable, compassionate, and have the ability to take initiative

Why Join Always Best Care?

  • Join a company that is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of seniors

  • Be part of an award-winning team that supports each other

  • Build lasting relationships with clients and their families

  • Work in a caring, supportive environment where your contributions are recognized

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)

  • Dental insurance

  • Health insurance

  • Mileage reimbursement

  • Paid time off

  • Paid training

  • Referral program

  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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