AFC Home Caregiver

Open Arms Link; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Job summary

Open Arms Link seeks compassionate AFC Home Caregivers to provide direct support to adults with developmental disabilities and other needs in AFC homes. You will assist with daily living activities, medications, meals, and housekeeping, while promoting dignity and independence.

You will observe health changes, document care, follow plans and policies, and respond to behavioral or crisis situations using approved de-escalation techniques. Training and ongoing certification are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Ability to work respectfully with individuals with developmental disabilities, mental illness, and other support needs.
• Strong communication, documentation, observation, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to complete required training and maintain certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care needs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
• Administer medications and maintain accurate documentation.
• Monitor and report changes in residents' health and behavior.
• Support residents in developing independent living skills and participate in community activities.
• Prepare meals and assist with dietary and hydration needs; ensure a safe living environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Observation skills

Problem-solving

Calm under pressure

Willingness to train

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Open Arms Link is seeking compassionate, dependable, and professional caregivers to provide direct support to adults with developmental disabilities, mental illness, and other support needs in our Adult Foster Care (AFC) homes.

As an AFC Home Caregiver, you will assist residents with daily living activities, medication administration, meal preparation, housekeeping, community participation, and emotional support. Caregivers play a vital role in promoting resident safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life while providing person-centered care in a residential setting.

This position requires individuals who can effectively observe changes in resident health and behavior, document care accurately, follow care plans and company policies, and respond appropriately to behavioral challenges, emotional distress, or crisis situations using approved de-escalation and redirection techniques.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist residents with personal care needs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
• Administer medications and maintain accurate documentation.
• Monitor and report changes in residents' physical, emotional, and behavioral well-being.
• Support residents in developing and maintaining independent living skills.
• Prepare meals and assist with dietary and hydration needs.
• Perform household duties, including cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe living environment.
• Accompany residents to appointments, community outings, and recreational activities.
• Promote resident rights, confidentiality, dignity, and personal choice.
• Follow company policies, licensing requirements, safety procedures, and emergency protocols.
• Collaborate with supervisors, healthcare providers, guardians, and other members of the care team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Ability to work respectfully with individuals with developmental disabilities, mental illness, and other support needs.
• Strong communication, documentation, observation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional during challenging situations.
• Willingness to complete required training and maintain all job-related certifications.

Work Environment

Caregivers primarily work in Open Arms Link's AFC homes and may also support residents in community settings, medical appointments, recreational activities, and other approved outings. The role requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, and providing physical assistance to residents as needed.

What Success Looks Like

Successful caregivers demonstrate compassion, professionalism, reliability, sound judgment, and a commitment to providing safe, person-centered care that helps residents live as independently and meaningfully as possible.

Job Description Acknowledgment:
By applying for this position, employees acknowledge that the AFC Home Caregiver role involves providing direct care and supervision to residents, assisting with activities of daily living, administering medications as authorized, completing required documentation, maintaining compliance with company policies and licensing requirements, supporting resident rights, and performing other job-related duties as assigned. This summary is provided for recruitment purposes and does not include all job duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.