Caregiver Home Care Aide CNA DSP

Assisting Hands of Merrillville•Schererville, IN

60d•$14 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Assisting Hands Home Care – Merrillville is seeking dependable, compassionate caregivers to provide non-medical, personalized one-on-one care to seniors and adults in their homes in Schererville and throughout Lake and Porter Counties. This is an hourly, non-exempt position. Assignments are based on client needs, the caregiver’s experience, and availability. The service area includes Schererville, Crown Point, Merrillville, Valparaiso, Portage, Hobart, Chesterton, and nearby communities. Caregivers support clients with personal care and daily routines, mobility, companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and laundry. The role includes medication reminders only, not medication administration. Caregivers follow client care plans and agency safety and infection-prevention procedures, document care and communicate with the office using a mobile app, and have access to 24/7 on-call office support. Flexible scheduling is based on caregiver availability and client needs. Part-time and PRN opportunities are available, with day, evening, overnight, and weekend assignments depending on current openings. Benefits and support include holiday pay, paid orientation, ongoing and free online training, biweekly direct deposit, mileage reimbursement, client matching based on location and preferences, and opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Reliable transportation to assigned shifts, a valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance.
Ability to pass a national background check.
Current TB test and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain them before starting client assignments.
Dependable attendance, clear communication, and a compassionate, professional attitude.
Comfort using a smartphone for scheduling, documentation, and communication.

Nice To Haves

Two years of caregiving experience, preferably in home care, assisted living, or a facility.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and other personal care needs.
Help clients with safe transfers, walking, and mobility according to their care plans and the caregiver’s training.
Provide companionship, conversation, and support with daily routines.
Prepare meals and assist with light housekeeping and laundry.
Provide medication reminders; medication administration is not part of the role.
Observe and report changes in clients’ condition, behavior, or safety.
Use the mobile app to clock in and out, document care, and communicate with the office.
Follow each client’s care plan, infection-prevention practices, and agency safety procedures.