Compassionate Home Caregiver in Merrillville and Surrounding Areas
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
 At Assisting Hands Home Care – Merrillville, we’re looking for dedicated caregivers to provide non-medical, in-home care to seniors and adults in Merrillville, Crown Point, Portage, Valparaiso, Hobart, Chesterton, and throughout Lake and Porter Counties.
- Flexible scheduling – PRN, part-time, or full-time options
- Day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts available
- Work close to home in Lake & Porter Counties
- Competitive pay with bi-weekly direct deposit
- Paid orientation and ongoing training
- Supportive, respectful office team available 24/7
- Meaningful one-on-one care — make a lasting difference every day
- Assist clients with personal care (bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, transfers)
- Provide companionship, conversation, and emotional support
- Help with light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation
- Offer medication reminders (no administration required)
- Support safe mobility and ambulation (walker, wheelchair, etc.)
- Observe and report changes in client condition or behavior
- Document care and clock in/out using our mobile app
- Follow all infection control and safety procedures (CDC-compliant)
- High school diploma or GED
- At least 1 year of caregiving experience preferred (home care, facility, or related setting)
- Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance
- Must pass a national background check
- Current TB test and CPR certification (or willing to obtain)
- Dependable, compassionate, and professional attitude
- Comfortable using a smartphone for scheduling and communication
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Position Type: PRN, Part-time, or Full-time
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Schedule: Flexible — day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts available
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Pay Type: Hourly, non-exempt
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Location: Merrillville, IN & surrounding Lake and Porter County areas
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Reports To: Staffing Coordinator
We review applications daily and are actively scheduling interviews this week!
Join a team that values your hard work, supports your growth, and celebrates the care you provide.
Assisting Hands of Merrillville
Assisting Hands Home Care prides itself on offering compassionate, dependable home care to their clients across the US. Their unparalleled reputation of quality home care covers a broad spectrum of services ranging from aging care for the elderly, post-surgery care, transitional care from a hospital or rehab, to post maternity care for those mothers who need care after the birth of their child.
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Aside from the company’s mission for quality home care and passion for the value of family, one of the other reasons that Assisting Hands has provided such exceptional care to their clients is due to their high standards for hiring.
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According to the company’s Vice President, Gail Stout, Assisting Hands Home Care believes that the caregivers are the face of the company. “Our agencies hire caregivers that first and foremost align with our company’s core values.” Gail went on to explain that their agencies do a complete interview process of each hiring candidate. “We look for the three most important qualities in our caregivers which is professionalism, empathy, and strong communication skills.”  Additionally, the agencies do a comprehensive background screening, training and verification of skill competency. “Each AHHC agency has a robust pool of caregivers but we are always looking to hire additional caregivers that meet our guidelines and criteria for caring for our clients,” Gail said.
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According to some of the agencies’ caregivers, Assisting Hands motivates their employees to give the best care possible. “They treat their caregivers with very high standards,” said Fatima L.  She went on to say that the company strives to provide quality care to their clients for all their individual needs. “Because of this quality care it makes a great difference to all elderly clients and their families.”
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Some of the other comments made by various Assisting Hands caregivers are “I applaud this company for the high standards and ethics that I have witnessed…” - Julie J.
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“I have worked for home care companies in the past and none of them are at all like Assisting Hands Home Care. I feel like a genuinely valued employee.”  Kelsey L.
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“What I have experienced since working at AHHC is that the company truly cares about its clients just as well as its employees. They are always willing to help and go the extra mile to meet everyone’s needs.” LaEasha G.
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Assisting Hands Home Care and their employees believe that there is value to offering dependable care and compassion to those in need which is witnessed on a daily basis by both the staff and the clients. No matter what service is being provided, from light housekeeping and making meals to helping with bathing and grooming needs, caring for others with dignity and dedication is paramount to Assisting Hands Home Care which is reflected in AHHC caregivers.
Company Website: www.assistinghands.com
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