Caregiver, Home Care, Home Health Aide

Benefits:

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

Make a meaningful impact. Join a team that truly cares.

Assisting Hands Home Care in Merrillville is hiring compassionate and dependable caregivers to provide non-medical in-home support to individuals who need assistance with daily living. If you're passionate about helping others and want to work with a supportive team, we’d love to meet you!

Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with personal care such as bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, ambulation, and transfers, per the individualized Plan of Care
• Maintain a clean, safe home environment (light housekeeping, laundry, dishwashing, organizing)
• Offer companionship and social engagement
• Support use of mobility devices (wheelchair, walker)
• Provide medication reminders (no administration)
• Observe and report changes in the client’s appearance or behavior to the supervisor
• Maintain accurate records of services provided
• Use our mobile app to clock in/out, communicate, and complete care notes/documentation
• Follow infection control and safety procedures, including CDC-compliant handwashing
• Uphold agency policies, procedures, and standards of professional conduct

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ year of experience in home care or a similar caregiving role preferred
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and proof of insurance
• Must pass a national background check
• TB test required
• Dependable, compassionate, and professional

Job Details:

• Position Type: PRN, Part-time, or Full-time
• Schedule: Flexible; all shifts available dependent on assignment (days, evenings, overnights, weekends)
• FLSA Status: Non-exempt, hourly
• Location: Merrillville, IN and surrounding areas
• Reports To: Staffing Coordinator