ONE-DAY OR SHORT SHIFT Caregiver - Southfield

Quality Home Care: Michigan Private Duty Aides • Southfield, MI

14d • Onsite

About The Position

The Caregiver / Home Care Aide provides non-medical, in-home support and assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) & Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL) to clients. The primary function of this role is to ensure client safety, well-being, and comfort by delivering compassionate and reliable care according to an established client care plan.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and complete a Form I-9.
• Must complete and successfully pass all mandatory examinations required
• Must provide proof of a recent, negative TB (Tuberculosis) test.
• Knowledge of personal hygiene, basic nutrition, and housekeeping best practices.
• Skill in providing compassionate and respectful care to diverse populations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to all HIPAA regulations.
• Ability to follow detailed care plans and document services accurately.
• Ability to demonstrate patience, reliability, and professionalism in all situations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a caregiver capacity (professional or private) is preferred but not required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) certification in the State of Michigan is strongly preferred but not required.
• Valid CPR and First Aid certification is preferred and may be required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients with ADLs/IADLs, including but not limited to, bathing, dressing, grooming, ambulation, transfers, and toileting, while maintaining client dignity and privacy.
• Provides social and emotional support through conversation, engagement in hobbies, and recreational activities.
• Plans, prepares, and serves meals and snacks that adhere to the client’s specific dietary requirements and preferences; may provide feeding assistance if required.
• Performs household tasks essential to a safe and clean client environment, including laundry, changing linens, dishwashing, and tidying living spaces.
• Provides medication reminders from pre-portioned containers. Observes, documents, and reports any significant changes in client’s physical condition, behavior, or cognitive status to the supervising Case Manager.
• Accompany transportation to medical appointments, social activities, or errands such as grocery shopping using either a personal or client vehicle.
• Maintains accurate and timely records of services provided, client activities, and observations in the required format.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED