Part-Time Companion Caregiver (Afternoons, Urdu-Speaking a Strong Plus)

Position: Part-Time Companion Caregiver

Overview

Amova Health, a licensed and insured home care provider based in Naperville, Illinois, is seeking a compassionate part-time companion caregiver to support an elderly woman in Naperville. The client is generally self-sufficient (handles eating, showering, and mobility independently) but requires reliable daytime companionship and memory-related support.

Schedule

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM (8 hours per week). Fixed, predictable one-client schedule.

Compensation

$17–$20 per hour (employer-verified, noted as above-market rate for the region).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide warm, patient companionship and meaningful conversation
• Offer gentle reminders and tactful redirection for memory-related issues
• Maintain a safe environment and help prevent wandering or confusion
• Prepare light snacks and simple meals as requested
• Light housekeeping in the client's lived-in spaces (tidying, dishes)
• Encourage activities: walks, puzzles, music, games, or hobbies
• Monitor and report any changes in mood, behavior, or health to the Amova Health office

Qualifications & Requirements

• Prior caregiving or companion experience, ideally with seniors, dementia, or Alzheimer's care (preferred but not required)
• Patient, kind, and excellent communication skills
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to the fixed Tuesday/Thursday afternoon schedule
• Urdu-speaking is a strong plus
• Reliable personal transportation
• Must pass a background check

About Amova Health

Amova Health operates throughout DuPage, Will, and Kendall counties in Illinois. The agency is known for carefully vetting caregivers, maintaining consistent one-on-one client pairings, and supporting Muslim community members through its caregiving services. The agency operates under the motto "Rooted in Wisdom, Reaching Forward."