In-Home Caregiver

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

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Clients matched by location & prefs

Paid orientation

Free online training courses

Direct deposit

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Assisting Hands Home Care - Merrillville is hiring In-Home Caregivers to provide one-on-one, non-medical home care to seniors and adults in Hebron, IN, and nearby communities. This is an hourly, non-exempt position with part-time and PRN (as-needed) opportunities.

You will help with ADLs, provide companionship, prepare meals, and support light housekeeping. A high school diploma or GED, reliable transportation, CPR, TB testing, and a compassionate approach are required.

Qualifications

• At least two years of paid caregiving experience in home care or similar role.
• Experience may include CNA, HHA, DSP, PCA, PSA roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and help with ADLs (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating).
• Assist with walking, transfers, and use of walkers/wheelchairs per care plan.
• Provide companionship, meals, light housekeeping and laundry.
• Medication reminders within non-medical scope and report changes.
• Use mobile app to clock in/out, document care, communicate with office.
• Follow safety and infection prevention procedures and protect privacy.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits

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

Assisting Hands Home Care - Merrillville is hiring In-Home Caregivers to provide one-on-one, non-medical home care to seniors and adults in Hebron, IN, and nearby communities. This is an hourly, non-exempt position with part-time and PRN (as-needed) opportunities.

Experience required

At least two years of paid caregiving experience in home care or a similar hands-on caregiving role is required. Relevant experience may include work as an In-Home Caregiver, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aide (HHA), Direct Support Professional (DSP), Personal Care Aide (PCA), or Personal Support Assistant (PSA). Experience in private homes, assisted living, nursing facilities, or group homes may qualify if it included hands-on help with daily living.

What you'll do

• Provide personal care and help with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
• Assist with walking, safe transfers, and the use of walkers or wheelchairs according to the client’s care plan and your training.
• Provide companionship, prepare meals, and help with light housekeeping and laundry.
• Give medication reminders within the scope of non-medical care and report changes in the client’s condition or behavior.
• Use our mobile app to clock in and out, document care, and communicate with the office.
• Follow agency safety and infection prevention procedures and protect each client’s privacy and dignity.

What you'll need

• High school diploma or GED
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance
• Current CPR certification and TB testing before your first client assignment
• Ability to use a smartphone for scheduling, timekeeping, and care documentation
• Dependable attendance, clear communication, and a respectful approach to care

Schedule and support

• Flexible scheduling based on your availability and client needs
• Day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts depending on current openings
• Paid orientation and ongoing caregiver training
• Local office team with 24/7 on-call support
• Reports to the Staffing Coordinator