Caregiver/CNA Opportunities

Custom Home Care

Des Plaines, Illinois

Eligibility: Caregivers

Posted May 18

Shift and hours: Nights
Unit and setting: Home Health
License: CNA license
Term: Permanent

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Preferred

Certification: Nursing Assistant Certification Nursing Assistant Certification (Preferred)

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What it pays

Overtime pay: $18/hr

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Weekends: Weekends required

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We’re excited to offer meaningful opportunities for Caregivers and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) who are passionate about supporting older adults with dignity and compassion. In this role, you’ll provide essential personal care, assist with daily activities, and help promote seniors’ well‑being in either private homes or independent‑living apartments within premier senior‑living communities. Join a team that values your dedication and offers growth‑focused roles where you can build your skills while making a real difference in someone’s life.

Requirements

We hire Care Professionals who meet the following criteria

Minimum 1-year of Professional caregiving or CNA experience* — assisting seniors with ADLs such as grooming, bathing, mobility, toileting, dressing, and meal support Availability for at least 3 consecutive days* — including one weekend day (Saturday and/or Sunday) on an ongoing basis Authorization to work in the U. S.* and eligibility per the IDPH Caregiver Registry Ability to pass a national background check* and drug screen Availability within our service area* — Downtown Chicago, North/Northwest Chicago, Lincolnwood, Des Plaines, Wilmette, Evanston, Skokie, and surrounding areas

What We Offer

Starting Pay: $18/hr Caregivers | $19/hr CNAs
Paid Sick Leave and PTO
Ongoing online and in‑person training
Nursing support
Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Benefits after 1 year

About Custom Home Care

For more than 30 years, Custom Home Care (CHC) has supported seniors and family caregivers throughout their care journeys by providing compassionate home care. Our caregivers are the heart of our company, and we are proud of the critical role they play in the care and comfort of our clients. If you are experienced, knowledgeable, compassionate, and trustworthy, we encourage you to apply. Come join the highest‑rated caregiving agency in Chicago!

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Paid training
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance

Application Question(s)

Are you willing and able to work in the Des Plaines, IL area?
Are you willing and able to work in the Evanston and/or Wilmette, IL area?
Are you willing and able to work in the Lincolnwood and/or Skokie, IL area?
Are you willing and able to work in Downtown Chicago (Gold Coast) and/or Chicago-North/Northwest (Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Portage Park) area?
Have you ever been employed by CUSTOM HOME CARE In the past?
Availability for at least 3 consecutive days — including one weekend day (Saturday and/or Sunday) on an ongoing basis?

Experience

Senior caregiving: grooming, bathing, toileting, mobility: 1 year (Required)

License/

Certification

Nursing Assistant Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability

Day Shift (Preferred)
Night Shift (Preferred)
Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

What's around it?

In Des Plaines, IL

Des Plaines, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent: $1,606/mo
Household income: $97,875/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Des Plaines, IL

NeighborhoodsDowntown Des Plaines offers walkable living along Miner Street with condo and apartment options clustered around the Metra station, local shops, and cafes. The Cumberland neighborhood is a popular choice for commuters, situated near the Cumberland Metra station and the Park Ridge border with a mix of single-family residences, townhomes, and condominiums. North Des Plaines, particularly surrounding Lake Park and Lake Opeka, provides a quieter, traditional suburban setting characterized by larger lots and tree-lined residential streets.

Downtown Des Plaines offers walkable living along Miner Street with condo and apartment options clustered around the Metra station, local shops, and cafes. The Cumberland neighborhood is a popular choice for commuters, situated near the Cumberland Metra station and the Park Ridge border with a mix of single-family residences, townhomes, and condominiums.

North Des Plaines, particularly surrounding Lake Park and Lake Opeka, provides a quieter, traditional suburban setting characterized by larger lots and tree-lined residential streets.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: optionpremier.com Source 2: sarahjividen.com

Getting aroundDes Plaines functions as a major transportation crossroads with direct access to Interstate 90, Interstate 294, and Route 14, providing straightforward driving routes to regional medical facilities and nearby employment hubs in Rosemont and Elk Grove. Public transit is centered on the Metra Union Pacific Northwest Line, which stops at both the downtown Des Plaines and Cumberland stations, with express trains reaching downtown Chicago in roughly 35 minutes. Downtown offers convenient municipal parking, though areas outside the rail core remain largely car-dependent and experience typical suburban rush-hour traffic.

Des Plaines functions as a major transportation crossroads with direct access to Interstate 90, Interstate 294, and Route 14, providing straightforward driving routes to regional medical facilities and nearby employment hubs in Rosemont and Elk Grove. Public transit is centered on the Metra Union Pacific Northwest Line, which stops at both the downtown Des Plaines and Cumberland stations, with express trains reaching downtown Chicago in roughly 35 minutes.

Downtown offers convenient municipal parking, though areas outside the rail core remain largely car-dependent and experience typical suburban rush-hour traffic.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: optionpremier.com Source 2: sarahjividen.com Source 3: desplainesil.gov Source 4: optionpremier.com

OutdoorsRecreation centers around Lake Opeka, which offers paved walking paths, open parkland, and golf facilities. The Des Plaines River Trail passes directly through the area, giving hikers, joggers, and cyclists an unpaved nature trail that winds through regional forest preserves. Water recreation is further supported by the Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center during the summer, alongside scenic natural preserves such as Big Bend Lake and historic Central Park.

Recreation centers around Lake Opeka, which offers paved walking paths, open parkland, and golf facilities. The Des Plaines River Trail passes directly through the area, giving hikers, joggers, and cyclists an unpaved nature trail that winds through regional forest preserves.

Water recreation is further supported by the Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center during the summer, alongside scenic natural preserves such as Big Bend Lake and historic Central Park.

Sources

As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: apartments.com Source 2: desplainesil.gov Source 3: reddit.com Source 4: optionpremier.com

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Living in Des Plaines

Des Plaines stands out in Chicago’s northwest suburbs as a grounded, pragmatic community where suburban space pairs with exceptional transit logistics. Situated roughly 17 miles northwest of downtown Chicago and bordering O’Hare International Airport, the city gives healthcare professionals rapid connectivity via Interstate 90, Interstate 294, and the Metra Union Pacific Northwest Line, which reaches downtown Chicago in about 35 minutes. Downtown Des Plaines offers walkable apartment and condo living alongside Miner Street cafes and the restored 1925 Des Plaines Theatre. Surrounding neighborhoods, including Cumberland and the Lake Park area, feature mid-century brick ranches, leafy lots, and access to outdoor recreation along Lake Opeka and the wooded Des Plaines River Trail. Everyday conveniences include dining at local staples like the Sugar Bowl diner and lakeside fare at Foxtail on the Lake. Residents navigate real tradeoffs, such as intermittent aircraft noise from O’Hare and flood insurance considerations along the river basin. For nurses seeking practical commutes to suburban facilities or city centers without sacrificing community amenities, Des Plaines provides a solid, accessible home base.

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As of 2026-09Source 1: optionpremier.com Source 2: apartments.com Source 3: sarahjividen.com Source 4: desplainesil.gov Source 5: reddit.com Source 6: optionpremier.com

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We hire Care Professionals who meet the following criteria

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Experience

Certification

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What's around it?

Des Plaines, ILiFrom Census ACS 2024.

Life in Des Plaines, IL

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Life in Des Plaines, IL

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Des Plaines, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.