Compassionate Home Caregiver — Flexible Shifts & Training

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

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Direct deposit

Free online training courses

Paid orientation

Client matching by location & prefs

Flexible scheduling

Part-time and PRN opportunities

Day/evening/overnight/weekend shifts

24/7 on-call support

Job summary

Assisting Hands Home Care - Merrillville is seeking dependable caregivers to provide non-medical, one-on-one care to clients in Valparaiso, IN and nearby communities. This hourly, non-exempt role offers flexible scheduling and is supported by a local office team.

We provide paid orientation, ongoing caregiver training, and benefits like mileage reimbursement and direct deposit. If you take pride in compassionate, reliable home care, we’d love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of paid caregiving experience in a home care setting or similar role.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
• Current CPR certification and TB test prior to 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 training.
• Assist clients with walkers, wheelchairs and mobility equipment.
• Provide companionship, conversation and social engagement.
• Prepare meals and help with light housekeeping, laundry and organization.
• Offer medication reminders; does not include medication administration.
• Observe and report changes in client condition, appearance or behavior.
• Use our mobile app to clock in/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

Reliable transportation

CPR certified

Smartphone familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Scheduling apps

Job description

Assisting Hands Home Care - Merrillville is seeking dependable caregivers to provide non-medical, one-on-one care to clients in Valparaiso, IN and nearby communities. This hourly, non-exempt role offers flexible scheduling and is supported by a local office team.

We provide paid orientation, ongoing caregiver training, and benefits like mileage reimbursement and direct deposit. If you take pride in compassionate, reliable home care, we’d love to hear from you.