Caregivers

Grandhaven Senior Living; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Grandhaven Senior Living in Lansing, MI seeks compassionate caregivers to assist residents with daily living, hygiene, meals, mobility, and activities. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and have a valid driver's license for transportation to appointments and outings.

Candidate should have 1 year in healthcare or in-home care, be comfortable with nights/weekends, and demonstrate a caring, supportive demeanor. Equal opportunity employer committed to safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends.
• Warm, compassionate, and supportive demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance and support daily living needs.
• Assist with medication reminders and ambulation.
• Help with mobility to appointments and activities.
• Plan and prepare meals.
• Assist with light housekeeping and shopping.
• Document incidents and respond to emergencies.
• Promote safety and compliance with health standards.

Skills

Caregiving

Compassionate

Patient communication

Mobility assistance

Housekeeping

Medication assistance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA/HHA certification (preferred)

Job description

Due to continued growth, 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 areessential 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.