Lafayette Caregiver (Homecare)

Altra Homecare Group; Terre Town (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Altra Homecare Group in Lafayette, Indiana is hiring compassionate Home Health Aides and Personal Caregivers to serve clients in the area. You will provide personalized, non-medical in-home care that helps clients stay safe, comfortable, and independent in their own homes.

The role requires patient, reliable individuals with a valid driver's license, CPR certification, and the ability to follow care plans. Training is provided, with pay between $14 and $16 per hour, paid weekly, based on

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to read, follow written instructions, and document care accurately.
• Willingness to complete training required by state and federal regulations.
• 1+ year of caregiving or related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance
• Assist with ambulation, mobility, and transfers
• Lead range-of-motion exercises and light physical activities
• Prepare light meals and assist with feeding as needed
• Provide medication reminders
• Monitor and record client temperature
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry
• Offer companionship, including reading and letter writing
• Promote client safety and report significant changes in condition to your supervisor promptly
• Maintain accurate care documentation and follow all care plans and protocols
• Follow HIPAA privacy policies and infection control guidelines

Job description

Location: Lafayette, Indiana (in-home care)
Employer: Altra Homecare of Kokomo
Job Type: Part-time / Full-time
Pay: $14 – $16 per hour (paid weekly)

About the Role

Altra Homecare of Kokomo is hiring compassionate Home Health Aides and Personal Care Caregivers to serve clients in Elwood, Indiana. In this role, you will provide personalized, non-medical in-home care that helps clients stay safe, comfortable, and independent in their own homes.

About Altra Homecare

Altra Homecare Group is a community-based personal care agency dedicated to delivering individualized, patient-first care. We build strong relationships with our clients and families, and our mission is to meet and exceed the needs of every person we serve.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance

• Assist with ambulation, mobility, and transfers

• Lead range-of-motion exercises and light physical activities

• Prepare light meals and assist with feeding as needed

• Provide medication reminders

• Monitor and record client temperature

• Perform light housekeeping and laundry

• Offer companionship, including reading and letter writing

• Promote client safety and report significant changes in condition to your supervisor promptly

• Maintain accurate care documentation and follow all care plans and protocols

• Follow HIPAA privacy policies and infection control guidelines

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 18

• Valid driver's license and auto insurance

• Current CPR certification

• Ability to read, follow written instructions, and document care accurately

• Willingness to complete training required by state and federal regulations

• 1+ year of caregiving or related experience preferred

Compensation

• $14 – $16 per hour, depending on experience

Why Join Altra Homecare?

Join a supportive team that values compassion, reliability, and professional growth. Add any benefits here (flexible scheduling, mileage reimbursement, paid training, PTO, etc.).