Senior Caregiver

Senior Helpers of Greater Grand Rapids•Greenville, MI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Senior Helpers of Greater Grand Rapids is seeking compassionate and dedicated Senior Caregivers to join their team. As a personal caregiver, you will be the face of the organization, providing professional care services to help clients maintain their independence and assist them with daily living activities and household support. This role is crucial for improving the quality of life for seniors, enabling them to age in place and live their best lives. The position is hourly, non-exempt, with a starting rate of $15/hour, and opportunities are available for all shifts, full-time and part-time, throughout the western and northern suburbs of Grand Rapids, MI.

Requirements

Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect.
Ability to read, write, and speak English at an average adult level.
Ability to successfully complete Personal Care Services training and skills assessment
Ability to drive to work and have a vehicle available during assignments.
Must have flexibility with schedule and be able to work various shifts and days
Ability to be flexible and adapt to new situations
Demonstrate tact, patience, and good hygiene
Must be 18 years of age or older
Authorized to work in the United States
Complete any required health screenings as required
Valid driver’s license with no serious driving violations
Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screening prior to employment with Senior Helpers.
Proof of passing first aid/CPR training within 3 months of employment

Nice To Haves

More than 1 year of Home Care industry or Caregiving work experience

Responsibilities

Companionship & conversation
Light housekeeping
Household management
Errands
Apparel selection (i.e. laying out clothes)
Meal planning & preparation
Laundry & linen changing
Medication reminders
Transportation using client’s vehicle
Ambulation of client
Assistance with daily living activities (personal hygiene, dressing, toileting, eating, etc.)
Walking assistance
Assist client to and from bed
Monitor Alzheimer’s & Dementia client
In sleep-over or live-in situations, prepare sleeping area at night and assist client as needed requested during the course of the night; let office know if this is requested more than twice a night
Document activities in the Care Plan software system (if applicable).
Record daily hours worked and daily services performed on the Weekly Time Sheet and Service Log, review with client, and submit the signed form weekly by the required deadline.
Report any significant client changes to the office immediately.
Follow all policies and procedures as outlines in the Senior Helpers Employee Handbook and Training Manual.