Caregiver

Synergy Senior Management; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Grandhaven Senior Living in Lansing, MI is seeking compassionate Caregivers to join our team. The right candidate will provide personal care, monitor residents, and support daily living activities in a one-on-one setting.

This full-time role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, reliable transportation, and a patient, respectful attitude. CNA or equivalent experience preferred, with willingness to work nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work different shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and assist residents with mobility.
• Previous healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance and daily living support to residents.
• Assist with medication reminders and mobility around the facility.
• Plan meals, assist with activities, and help with transportation or errands as needed.
• Report incidents promptly and maintain safety and cleanliness standards.
• Deliver compassionate, one-on-one care tailored to each resident.

Skills

Compassionate

Mobility assistance

Caregiver experience

Valid driver’s license

Flexible shifts

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience as CNA or HHA

CNA program completion

Tools

Hoyer Lift

Job description

Grandhaven Senior Living

3145 W Mt Hope Ave, Lansing, MI

Full Time

Grandhaven Senior Living, the Lansing area's premiere senior assisted living community is looking for a few compassionate Caregivers to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, a friendly demeanor, and the ability to provide many levels of support to our residents.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
• Help clients take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks, etc.)
• Plan and prepare meals
• Assist with physical therapy exercises
• Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
• Perform housekeeping duties
• Report any unusual incidents and act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with physical capability to perform job-related duties
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day
• Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
• Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends
• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
• Supportive and compassionate
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver, CNA or HHA, or completion of a CNA Program
• Take pride in providing high quality care
• Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)

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.