Caregiver HHA CNA PCA DSP

Assisting Hands of Merrillville; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Online training

Direct deposit

Paid orientation

Direct clock-in via mobile app

One-on-one client care

Competitive hourly pay

Growth opportunities

24/7 support

Job summary

Assisting Hands Home Care in Merrillville is seeking Caregivers, CNAs, HHAs, PCAs, DSPs, and Home Care Assistants to provide non-medical in-home care for seniors and adults in Merrillville and surrounding Lake and Porter County communities.

If you are compassionate, dependable, and passionate about helping others remain safe and independent at home, we would love to have you on our team. Flexible PRN and Part-Time schedules with day, evening, and weekend shifts available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred 2 years experience as a Caregiver, CNA, HHA, PCA, DSP, or related role.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance.
• Ability to pass a national background check.
• CPR certification and TB test preferred or willing to obtain.
• Dependable, patient, compassionate, and professional.
• Comfortable using a smartphone for scheduling and communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and hygiene.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with mobility, ambulation, and transfers.
• Prepare meals and assist with light housekeeping and laundry.
• Provide medication reminders only.
• Observe and report changes in client condition.
• Use mobile app for clock-in/out and documentation.
• Follow agency safety and infection control procedures.

Skills

Compassionate care

Reliability

Communication

Smartphone scheduling

Background check readiness

CPR/ TB readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Scheduling mobile app

Job description

Benefits:

• Holiday pay
• Clients matched by location & preferences
• Paid orientation
• Free online training courses
• Direct deposit
• Mileage reimbursement

Join Assisting Hands Home Care

Assisting Hands Home Care is actively hiring Caregivers, CNAs, HHAs, PCAs, DSPs, and Home Care Assistants to provide non-medical in-home care for seniors and adults in Merrillville and surrounding Lake and Porter County communities.

If you are compassionate, dependable, and passionate about helping others remain safe and independent at home, we would love to have you on our team.

Why Join Us

• Flexible PRN and Part-Time schedules
• Day, evening, and weekend shifts available
• Work close to home
• Paid orientation and ongoing training
• Supportive office staff available 24/7
• One-on-one client care
• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunities for growth and recognition

Caregiver Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and hygiene
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Assist with mobility, ambulation, and transfers
• Prepare meals and assist with light housekeeping and laundry
• Provide medication reminders only
• Observe and report changes in client condition
• Use mobile app for clock-in/out and documentation
• Follow agency safety and infection control procedures

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Preferred 2 years experience as a Caregiver, CNA, HHA, PCA, DSP, or related role
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance
• Ability to pass a national background check
• CPR certification and TB test preferred or willing to obtain
• Dependable, patient, compassionate, and professional
• Comfortable using a smartphone for scheduling and communication

Position Details

• Job Type: PRN / Part-Time
• Pay Type: Hourly, Non-Exempt
• Flexible scheduling available
• Location: Merrillville, Lake County, Porter County, and nearby communities