Caregiver/PCA

Right at Home Merrillville, IN•Gary, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to make a difference in someone’s life within the safety of their home providing special one-on-one care? Are you a warm and supportive person experienced in providing care to seniors or adults? If you answer yes, Right at Home is hiring caregivers immediately to care for clients within Lake and Porter counties in northwest Indiana. Caregivers are essential service providers who support and assist their clients with daily living activities. Our main goal as an agency is to keep them independent, at home, and out of the high-risk situations. We are looking to provide personal care for several clients that require caregivers. Ideally the caregiver would be available for Weekends. Previous caregiving experience is required.

Requirements

A minimum of 1-year experience caring for a senior or adult
Warmth and compassion for people under your care
Ability to competently communicate and perform assigned tasks
Completion of a criminal background check, BMV check, TB test, and drug screen
Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation
Ability to stoop, reach and lift in accordance with personal care situations

Nice To Haves

NO certification required; however, we commensurate pay for licensed CNA, HHA, and DSP certifications and experience.

Responsibilities

Companionship: provide conversation, activities, light housekeeping, run errands, and transport/accompany clients to appointments and assist with medication reminders.
Personal Care: provide personal care assistance which could include preparing meals, bathing, feeding, toileting, transferring, encouraging exercises, and grooming.
Charting and Reporting: due diligence communicating concerns and changes in condition to a supportive office and care team members is important to ensure clients are remaining healthy and quality of life is improving, while giving loved one’s piece of mind.