Caregiver

Comfort Keepers group; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid training

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

A leading home care service provider in Portage is hiring caregivers to provide in-home support for seniors. This role offers competitive pay ranging from $14.00 to $16.00 per hour, a flexible schedule, and various benefits, including paid training and a referral program. Applicants must have one year of caregiving experience and a valid driver's license. Join our team to make a difference in the lives of those in need!

Qualifications

• At least one year of professional caregiving experience is required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are necessary.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and conversation.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding.
• Remind clients to take medications.
• Handle light housekeeping and laundry.
• Support with bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Provide transportation to appointments and errands.

Skills

Companionship and conversation

Meal preparation

Medication reminders

Light housekeeping

Assistance with bathing

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Now Hiring: Caregiver in Portage Office

• Pay Rate: $14.00 per hour - $16.00 per hour

Comfort Keepers is seeking dedicated, dependable, and compassionate individuals to become part of our team as in-home caregivers. As a premier provider of in-home care services, we support seniors and adults who require help with daily living activities.

Job Benefits:

• Competitive Pay: $14.00 per hour - $16.00 per hour, depending on experience and location.
• Job security: With an aging population, the demand for in-home caregivers is expected to grow. This means that there is job security in this field, and individuals can feel confident that their skills will be in demand.
• Room for growth: In-home caregiving offers opportunities for career growth, including paths to becoming a certified nursing assistant or a home health aide. These roles typically offer increased pay and greater responsibilities, enabling caregivers to advance and enhance their careers.
• Flexible scheduling: In-home caregiving offers a flexible career option, featuring both full-time and part-time positions. With adaptable scheduling, individuals can navigate their other commitments while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
• Work close to home
• Paid training
• Make a difference in someone's life
• Friendly and supportive work environment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Comfort Keeper Referral Program
• Direct Deposit
• Holiday Premium Pay
• Paid time off- Based on eligibility.
• Supplemental Health Insurance

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation and vehicle insurance
• Able to pass a criminal background check
• At least one year of professional caregiving experience
• Authorization to work in the United States
• High moral standards of honesty and integrity
• Must satisfactorily complete Comfort Keepers training and orientation program
• Must be bondable and able to submit to random drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities:

• Companionship and conversation
• Meal preparation and feeding
• Medication reminders
• Light housekeeping and laundry
• Assistance with bathing, grooming, and dressing
• Transportation to appointments and errands

Available Shifts and Positions:

• Workdays
• Evenings
• Overnights
• Weekends
• Live-in Caregiver
• 24-hour care
• Part-time
• Full-time

Become part of our team of caring caregivers and positively impact the lives of seniors and individuals in need of assistance. Apply today to be an in-home caregiver with Comfort Keepers. We proudly serve the surrounding areas and welcome you to join us.

• Office Address: 1719 State St c, La Porte, IN 46350
• Office Phone number: 219-362-9800
• Website: https://www.comfortkeepers.com/offices/indiana/la-porte
• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program

• Experience: Professional Caregiving - 1 year (Required)
• License/Certification: Driver's License (Required)
• Work Location: On the road

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)