CaregiverMed Tech

LakeHouse Kalamazoo; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

LakeHouse Kalamazoo is seeking a dedicated Care Giver to provide hands-on care and emotional support to residents in a safe and comfortable environment. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring residents' dignity and safety. Applicants should have a high school diploma, be at least 18 years old, and possess strong communication and customer service skills. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical and dental insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Previous experience working with seniors preferred.
• Must demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Available every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of resident’s room and work areas.
• Help residents maintain independence and safety.
• Assist residents with daily living activities.
• Engage residents in life enrichment activities.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to handle multiple priorities

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

LakeHouse Senior Living proudly operates 36, care- and lifestyle-focused Active Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and available, short-term Respite Care communities located throughout the Midwest. Our company, which was built on our “Pillars of Excellence”, employs over 1,100 team members at communities located throughout Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. LakeHouse is a company committed to providing a positive reinforcing work environment and culture that recognizes the value of all staff.

The Care Giver's role includes providing hands-on care and physical and emotional support to each resident while maintaining a safe and comfortable home-like environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining cleanliness of resident’s room and work areas
• Helping residents maintain independence, promoting dignity and physical safety of each resident
• Participating and assisting residents with activities of daily living (i.e. bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, ambulation, transferring, eating) as instructed
• Engaging residents in life skills and other life enrichment activities

Position Requirements

• High School diploma/GED
• Must be 18 years of age
• Previous experience working with seniors preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively with Residents, management, and co-workers
• Superior customer service skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Must demonstrate good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Available every other weekend.
• Every other weekend off.

Benefits

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, LakeHouse offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off, and paid holidays. Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.

Thank you for your interest in LakeHouse Senior Living careers. If you have any questions about the position you are applying for, please contact the community directly.

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