Care Aide

Cardinal Senior Living LLC • Grand Rapids, MI

22h • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Care Aide provides direct care to residents in accordance with their support plans and assists with activities of daily living. The role supports residents’ growth, health, safety, dignity, and respect while contributing to a positive, productive team environment and the safe, cost-efficient day-to-day operation of the home. Care Aides may have the opportunity to train as Med Tech; pay increases to $19–$20 after training is complete.

Positions are available full-time, part-time, and PRN at The Village of Heather Hills, a Cardinal Senior Living community in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Pay for Care Aides is $17–$18.50 per hour.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old before the first day of employment or transfer into the position.
• Ability to complete the physical movements needed to move residents by wheelchair.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to walk continuously, bend frequently, and sit occasionally.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally (1–33% of the workday).
• Ability to complete and maintain documentation regarding a resident’s status.
• Current First Aid and CPR/AED certification, or willingness to be trained by Cardinal Senior Living during employment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent is highly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in the long-term care industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide support with activities of daily living, including lifting and transferring residents and moving wheelchairs as needed.
• Follow residents’ support plans to help them achieve the best quality of life possible.
• Advocate for residents’ needs and preferences when assistance with making choices is requested or required.
• Interact and communicate respectfully with residents and others, adapting communication to each individual.
• Create a safe environment and conduct activities in a manner that protects residents’ health and safety.
• Communicate positively and productively with co-workers, families, guardians, and the public.
• Serve as a positive role model and support co-workers and team processes.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation.
• Perform day-to-day household tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
• Follow Cardinal AFC policies and procedures and applicable requirements of other regulatory bodies.
• Maintain a safe home environment and fix or report safety and maintenance issues to a supervisor or other appropriate person.
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisory staff.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and a yearly performance merit program.
• Weekly pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their families.
• Voluntary benefits, including life insurance and short-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed