Caregiver

HomeWell Care Services IN219•Portage, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

HomeWell Care Services of NWI is seeking compassionate Caregivers to provide one-on-one, non-medical in-home support to seniors and others who want to age in place. Caregivers help clients with companionship and daily living activities while building supportive relationships and delivering care with empathy, excellence, and integrity. Full-time or part-time options are available.

Requirements

Have daily access to email, the Internet, and a mobile phone.
Provide proof of a current negative tuberculosis (TB) test, as required by the State of Indiana.
Be physically able to perform the job duties, including lifting, pushing, and pulling approximately 25 pounds.
Have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
Have a compassionate heart for older adults.
Possess excellent communication skills.
Be mature, caring, punctual, and reliable.

Nice To Haves

CNA or HHA certification, or at least six months of experience caring for geriatric, chronically ill, or disabled people.
Experience with dementia and Alzheimer's care.

Responsibilities

Provide social companionship.
Assist with daily living tasks, including feeding, medication reminders, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, grooming, and toileting.
Perform light housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, and cooking or meal preparation.
Provide transportation to appointments, errands, and social outings.
Provide standby assistance with transfers.
Provide overnight safety assistance.
Provide other care as needed.