Join the team at The Independence Center named one of The Gazette's Best Workplaces in 2023! 

We are seeking caring, compassionate caregivers to provide personal care (PCA and PCW), and homemaking services as directed by the client. You’ll perform simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN), as well as personal and household services essential to health care at home.  Candidates may have experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Nursing Assistant, Caregiver, Direct Support Professional (DSP), or Personal Care Attendant (PCA).

What We Provide our Caregivers

The IC offers a supportive work environment, competitive pay, and great benefits including:

• A $500 sign-on bonus ($250 at 3 months and $250 at 6 months)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid sick and frontloaded vacation time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Agency support and paid training

Full-time employees (30+ hours per week) may qualify for additional benefits including:

• Medical and Direct Primary Care
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer Paid Life & AD&D
• Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability

Caregiver starting wage: $15.75 per hour

The Independence Center is a local nonprofit that provides traditional and self-directed home health care for people with disabilities. Our mission is to work with people with disabilities, their families, and the community to create independence so all may thrive. As a caregiver and a member of our Home Health Care team, you’ll truly be making a difference.

Job Responsibilities of the Caregiver

Simple procedures for caregivers: May include range of motion exercises, bowel program/digital stimulation, urinary catheter care, wound care, etc.

Personal care activities for caregivers: May include bathing, shampooing, skin/nail care, oral hygiene, shaving, dressing, etc.

Household care for caregivers: May include meal preparation/feeding, laundry duties, and light housekeeping (e.g. doing dishes, cleaning bathroom, emptying trash, etc.).

• The ideal candidate may have experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Nursing Assistant, Caregiver, Direct Support Professional (DSP), or Personal Care Attendant (PCA). Additional relevant experience includes experience in the food industry, customer service, sales, or retail.
• At least 18 years of age
• Must have a driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Able to lift, push, pull between 25-50 lbs.
• State requirements mandate all Home Health agencies ensure caregivers are vaccinated against COVID-19 (medical and religious exemptions are considered).
• Complete Personal Care Attendant (PCA) training. We'll train you!

The Independence Center is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.