As Needed!

Senior Lifestyle•Independence Charter Township, MI

About The Position

The Care Associate provides assistance to residents in the Assisted Living Program with activities of daily living, helping them maintain a quality life, dignity, and independence. The role includes providing practical, emotional, and social support, following residents’ care schedules, documenting assistance, and reporting resident concerns to a supervisor.

Requirements

At least one year of experience working in senior care.
Sufficient English proficiency to perform job duties, communicate with supervisors and other employees, and respond to and communicate about emergency situations.
Basic computer skills.
Compassionate, professional, kind, engaging, empathetic, and helpful demeanor.
Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and efficiently.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in high-stress situations.
Ability to maintain a positive and friendly demeanor toward residents and coworkers.

Nice To Haves

CNA or CHHA license may be required depending on the state.

Responsibilities

Assist residents as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living.
Follow the schedule of residents’ needs set out by the supervisor.
Provide emotional and social support to residents.
Document assistance in the daily log.
Inform the supervisor of resident issues or concerns.
Respect and encourage residents’ independence and dignity.
Respect residents’ confidentiality.