Personal Care Aide - Merrillville

Interim HealthCare - Great Lakes Health Partners • Merrillville, IN

12d • $19 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Interim HealthCare is hiring a Personal Care Aide/Caregiver to provide personalized, home-based support that helps seniors live safely and happily at home. The role includes personal care, assistance with daily activities, companionship, and support for clients’ safety and well-being. The position is part-time in Merrillville, Indiana, with a listed salary range of $19.00–$22.00 per hour. Scheduling is listed as “Any,” and the posting highlights the opportunity to set your own schedule.

Requirements

• CNA license or HHA certificate.
• CPR certification.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license, auto insurance, and transportation.
• Compassionate, helpful nature and good communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of experience in a healthcare role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to help seniors live safely at home.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, transportation, and companionship.
• Help with ambulation, transferring, and range-of-motion exercises.
• Provide medication reminders, document clients’ conditions, and notify a supervisor of concerns.
• Help ensure a safe home environment by keeping pathways unobstructed.
• Participate in activities clients enjoy, such as puzzles, games, reading, and hobbies.

Benefits

• Competitive pay; the posting lists $16–$22 per hour depending on placement and a job-details range of $19.00–$22.00 per hour.
• 1:1 aide-to-client ratios.
• Ability to set your own schedule and enjoy work-life balance.
• Online training and opportunities to earn CEUs.
• Tuition discounts through Rasmussen University.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed