Caregiver Assistant

Bickford Senior Living; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Pay available daily

PTO

Job summary

Bickford Senior Living is looking for a Caregiver Assistant to support residents in daily living activities, meals, and social engagement in our Michigan branch. You will provide compassionate care aligned with each resident’s plan and communicate changes to clinical leadership as needed.

The role emphasizes dementia-sensitive care, strong communication, and multitasking in a care-focused environment. Benefits include medical/dental/vision options, 401(k) with employer match, daily pay, and PTO

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Willing to complete Certified Nurse Aide course within six months.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Know the residents you serve, providing care based on their service plans.
• Assist in all aspects of a resident’s daily life, including activities of daily living and meals.
• Communicate appropriately with branch clinical leadership when a resident’s needs change.
• Knowledge of how to approach and care for residents with dementia.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Nurse Aide training

Tools

CPR & First Aid

Job description

*Starting at $15.50Join our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as a Caregiver Assistant! The Caregiver Assistant supports resident care within the branch. Ensuring Resident’s daily needs are met in a compassionate way that maintains their dignity, allowing them to live their life to the fullest!This position offers a full suite of benefits options that vary based on employment status. Some of the benefits include, but are not limited to:FULL-TIMEFull-time employees (30+ hours per week) are eligible for all benefits (medical, dental, vision, and voluntary products)Benefits start on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employmentPrescription savings plansAll employees are eligible for 401(k) with employer matchPay available dailyEligible for PTOPART-TIMEPart-time employees (29 or fewer hours per week) are eligible for Voluntary Life, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Identity Protection, and Cyber MonitoringBenefits start on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employmentPrescription savings plansAll employees are eligible for 401(k) with employer matchPay available dailyEligible for PTOPRNAll employees are eligible for 401(k) with employer matchPay available dailyEligible for PTOThere is no higher calling, no greater purpose than a caregiver. Somehow, we’ve come to believe that caregiving is just for some of us and not all. Yet, at our core, we are all made to love, connect, to extend ourselves in service to others. The question is… do we have the will to love, do what it takes, and risk ourselves in caring, even when the burden is great? In times of happiness and sadness, we are that caregiver” - www.bickfordseniorliving.com/caregivers-manifestoABOUT BICKFORD SENIOR LIVING:Bickford Senior Living is a community of caregivers who are dedicated to doing whatever it takes to enrich our resident’s happiness. Founded in 1991 in Olathe, Kansas, by the Eby Family. Mary Bickford, the matriarch of the family, was the first resident of a Bickford Branch and our namesake. That location became the start of a tradition of caring that has extended to over 50 locations in 7 states. Although Bickford Senior Living has grown in size… we pride ourselves in the family environment that is the foundation on which Bickford has served thousands of residents and employees throughout the years.www.bickfordseniorliving.com/our-storyAt Bickford, you will…Make a Difference Every DayWe are passionate about our mission — to champion quality of life for all seniors. We deliver high-quality care with a personal touch and encourage our residents to enjoy life to the fullest.Be Part of a Uniquely Supportive CommunityThe care-focused environment we create for residents extends to our team members. We offer programs, rewards, and benefits to help you live your best.Ignite Your PotentialWe believe potential has no limits. We offer best-in-class leadership development programs designed to grow our leaders. We are committed to helping our team members achieve their career goals.Responsibilities:Know the residents you serve, providing care based on their service plans.Assist in all aspects of a resident’s daily life, including activities of daily living, meal service, and social engagement.Appropriately communicate with branch clinical leadership when a resident’s needs change.Knowledge of how to approach and care for residents with dementia.Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED; or one-year related experience.Willing to successfully complete the Certified Nurse Aide course within six months of hire.Willing to take additional training or education, which specific states may require.CPR and First Aid certifications required or willingness to obtain certification.Ability to handle multiple priorities.Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication.Competent in organizational and time management skills.Demonstrates good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills