Compassionate Home Caregiver - Flexible Shifts & Training

Assisting Hands of Merrillville; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Direct deposit

Mileage reimbursement

Paid orientation

Free online training courses

Clients matched by location &  prefs

Job summary

Assisting Hands Home Care – Merrillville is seeking dependable caregivers to provide non-medical, one-on-one care to clients in Crown Point and nearby communities. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, medication reminders (no administration), mobility support, and companionship.

We offer flexible scheduling, paid orientation, ongoing caregiver training, and a supportive local office team with 24/7 on-call assistance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of paid caregiving experience in a home care setting or a similar paid caregiving role required.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance.
• Current CPR certification and TB test required before a client assignment.
• Comfortable using a smartphone for scheduling, communication, and documentation.
• Dependable attendance, clear communication, and a compassionate, professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, and other personal care needs.
• Support safe walking and transfers according to the care plan and your training.
• Assist clients with walkers, wheelchairs, and other mobility equipment.
• Provide companionship, conversation, and social engagement.
• Prepare meals and help with light housekeeping, laundry, and organization.
• Offer medication reminders; this role does not include medication administration.
• Observe and report changes in client condition, appearance, or behavior.
• Use our mobile app to clock in and out, communicate with the office, and document care.
• Follow infection prevention practices, safety procedures, and agency policies.
• Maintain client dignity, confidentiality, and professional conduct.

Skills

Compassionate care

Dependable attendance

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification

TB test

Job description

Assisting Hands Home Care – Merrillville is seeking dependable caregivers to provide non-medical, one-on-one care to clients in Crown Point and nearby communities. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, medication reminders (no administration), mobility support, and companionship.

We offer flexible scheduling, paid orientation, ongoing caregiver training, and a supportive local office team with 24/7 on-call assistance.