Caregiver Days 8 AM-5 PM Chelsea
About The Position
FirstLight Home Care of Brighton is seeking compassionate, dependable caregivers to provide one-on-one in-home care to older adults in Chelsea, Michigan. Caregivers help clients maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life. The schedule is primarily 8:00 AM–5:00 PM during the week, with three hours per day on weekends; some scheduling flexibility may be available based on client needs. Pay is $16.00–$18.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Paid training is provided, and previous professional caregiving experience is not required. Health, dental, and vision insurance are available to eligible employees. The role also offers paid sick time, opportunities for career advancement, specialized caregiver training, and support from a local management team.
Requirements
- Have a genuine passion for helping older adults.
- Be compassionate, patient, dependable, and trustworthy.
- Enjoy spending time with people and building meaningful relationships.
- Be comfortable assisting with personal care and daily activities.
- Be available to work primarily daytime hours.
- Have reliable transportation to client homes in the Chelsea area.
- Be willing to learn new skills and participate in training.
- Meet applicable background screening and employment requirements.
- Communicate professionally with clients, families, and team members.
Nice To Haves
- Previous caregiving experience is a plus but is not required.
- Experience as a CNA, home health aide, personal care assistant, or caregiver.
Responsibilities
- Provide companionship, conversation, and emotional support.
- Assist clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene.
- Prepare meals and assist with daily nutrition.
- Help with light housekeeping, laundry, and everyday household tasks.
- Support clients with walking, mobility, and safe transfers.
- Assist individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or Parkinson's disease.
- Provide reminders and assistance with daily routines.
- Follow individualized care plans and communicate important observations to the care team.
- Help clients remain active, engaged, and comfortable.
Benefits
- Health insurance, available to eligible employees.
- Dental insurance, available to eligible employees.
- Vision insurance, available to eligible employees.
- Paid training.
- Specialized caregiver training in dementia care, Parkinson's care, personal care, and safe transfers.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Paid sick time in accordance with Michigan law and company policy.
- Employee Assistance Program through Sparrow, subject to eligibility.
- Supportive leadership and local management support.
- Competitive pay of $16.00–$18.00 per hour.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
