Caregiver Lafayette

Altra Homecare of Kokomo; Terre Town (IN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Weekly pay

Overtime pay

Holiday pay

Flexible schedule

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Altra Homecare Group in Indiana seeks compassionate Personal Care Assistants to provide tailored in-home care for clients. You will help with daily activities, monitor health, and maintain documentation while ensuring safety and dignity.

Responsibilities include assisting with laundry, meals, mobility, medication reminders, and companionship, with competitive weekly pay and benefits such as health, dental and vision insurance. Flexible schedules available to fit family needs.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and able to read/write instructions.
• CPR certification required; state/federal training compliance.
• Valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance required.
• Preferred: minimum 1 year of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient laundry, meals, mobility, and transfers.
• Provide medication reminders and monitor patient condition.
• Maintain documentation and report changes to supervisor.
• Offer bathing, light housekeeping, and companionship.
• Follow privacy policies and infection control guidelines.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient care

Follow instructions

Documentation

Driver's license

Education

CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

Job Title:

Personal Care Assistant

About Us:

Altra Homecare Group is committed to a collaborative approach in delivering personalized care that meets each client's unique needs. We are a community-based, personal service agency dedicated to ensuring the well-being of our patients in the comfort of their own homes. Our patient-first approach, built on strong relationships, drives our mission to meet and exceed the needs of every patient we serve.

What We're Looking For:

Altra Homecare Group is seeking compassionate individuals to join our team as a Personal Care Assistant. As a PCA, you will be responsible for delivering essential personal care services tailored to meet the unique needs of our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with patient laundry when necessary.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Ensure patient safety.
• Report significant changes in the patient's condition directly to their supervisor.
• Prepare light meals and assist with patient feeding when required.
• Monitor and record patient temperature.
• Assist patients with ambulation.
• Conduct range of motion exercises and other simple physical activities.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and adhere to care protocols.
• Follow privacy policies and infection control guidelines.
• Offer bathing assistance.
• Perform light housekeeping.
• Provide companion services, including letter-writing and reading.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possess a valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance.
• Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Ability to read, follow written instructions, and document care provided.
• Current CPR certification.
• Comply with training requirements as per State and Federal laws.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Competitive weekly pay ($13 - $16/hr.)
• Overtime pay.
• Holiday pay.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Direct Deposit.