Caregiver

Villagecaregiving; Iron Mountain (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Referral program

Job summary

Villagecaregiving in Iron Mountain, Michigan, seeks caregivers for a flexible position covering 20 hours a week. Responsibilities include assisting clients with medication, hygiene, mobility, and light housekeeping. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a high school diploma.

Experience is preferred, along with current CPR certification. We are committed to supporting clients in their daily lives while ensuring safe and respectful care.

Qualifications

• Previous caregiver experience preferred but not required.
• Current CPR (American Heart Association) Certification required.
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication.
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete.

Skills

Outstanding communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We have a client need looking for coverage for 9a-2pm shift for Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, totaling 20 hours a week. We provide non-medical home care to allow individuals to age in place.

BENEFITS

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help clients take prescribed medication
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
• Help clients complete physical therapy and other recommended exercises
• Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop if needed
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own, including preparing meals
• Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, doctors and family members
• Report any unusual incidents to nurses, doctors and family members
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous caregiver experience preferred but not required
• Current CPR (American Heart Association) Certification
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
• Must be respectful and compassionate with a good bedside manner
• Outstanding communication, time management and interpersonal skills
• Physical endurance to complete required tasks
• High school diploma or equivalent

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.