Weekend In Home Caregiver

hcaoa-careers; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Right at Home is seeking weekend caregivers to provide compassionate, one-on-one in-home care for seniors in Merrillville and surrounding areas. You will follow clear care plans, support daily tasks, and help older adults stay safe, comfortable, and independent on Saturdays and Sundays.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of caregiving experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to pass background checks. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of caregiving experience (senior or dementia care a plus)
• Driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass background checks
• Availability on Saturdays and Sundays

Responsibilities

• Assist seniors with ADLs: bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility
• Support daily needs: meals, light housekeeping, and medication reminders
• Provide hands-on care for bed-bound seniors, including bathing, repositioning, and hygiene
• Care for older adults living with dementia, Parkinson's, and other age-related conditions
• Offer companionship and a steady, friendly presence that helps clients feel at home
• Maintain patience and professionalism, even during challenging situations

Skills

Compassion

Communication

First Aid

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Looking for meaningful weekend work? Give seniors unhurried, one-on-one care on Saturdays and Sundays.

At Right at Home, you'll spend your weekend shifts with older adults in their own homes, helping them stay safe, comfortable, and independent. With clear care plans, strong communication, and a supportive team, you'll have what you need to provide the kind of care you know is right, without rushing from client to client.

We're looking for experienced caregivers who bring both skill and compassion to caring for seniors and who are available on weekends.

Caregiver Service Areas

• Merrillville, IN
• Gary, IN
• Crown Point, IN
• Hobart, IN
• Portage, IN
• Hebron, IN

What You'll Do as a Caregiver

• Assist seniors with ADLs: bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility
• Support daily needs: meals, light housekeeping, and medication reminders
• Provide hands-on care for bed-bound seniors, including bathing, repositioning, and hygiene
• Care for older adults living with dementia, Parkinson's, and other age-related conditions
• Offer companionship and a steady, friendly presence that helps clients feel at home
• Maintain patience and professionalism, even during challenging situations

Why Caregivers Choose Right at Home

• One client, your full attention: no rushing between visits, no divided care
• Clear care plans, real communication: you'll always know what's expected, and you'll always be heard
• A dependable weekend schedule: steady hours that fit around your weekday job, school, or family commitments
• A team that sees you: your skills, compassion, and judgment are respected, not micromanaged

Weekend Caregiver Schedule

• Saturday and Sunday shifts
• 12-hour day shifts
• Overnight shifts
• Daytime and evening shifts

Caregiver Requirements

• 1+ year of caregiving experience (senior or dementia care a plus)
• Driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass background checks
• Availability on Saturdays and Sundays

If you take pride in helping seniors feel safe, respected, and cared for, and you want weekend work where you have the time and support to do it well, this is where you can do your best work.