Clare Bridge Caregiver

Brookdale Senior Living in; Haslett (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking compassionate caregivers to provide exceptional support to residents with dementia. This role involves assisting with daily activities, fostering independence, and creating meaningful engagement through personalized care plans. You will be part of a dedicated team that values respect and dignity, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Join a community recognized for its commitment to diversity and professional growth, offering a range of benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Support for naturalization costs

Qualifications

• Experience in providing dementia care and supporting daily living activities.
• Ability to foster independence and encourage social engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provides personalized care and support to residents with dementia.
• Maintains daily records and reports changes in residents' conditions.

Skills

Dementia care

Communication

Teamwork

Adapted ADLs

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Dementia Care

Job description

Clare Bridge Caregiver (Finance)

Provides dementia care including adapted ADLs, meaningful engagement, and communication to residents following a person-centered individual service plan. Treats residents with respect and dignity, recognizes individual needs, and encourages independence. Fosters a purposeful and engaging culture throughout the community.

Assists residents and provides input regarding the care plan and daily living activities. This includes bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, and assisting with meals according to the individual service plan and interventions. Partners with residents to promote independence, encouraging them to perform as much of their own care as possible.

Participates in team behavioral expression meetings or discussions with community leadership. Knows residents' Life Stories, preferences, routines, and interests.

Serves meals in the dining room and may assist in meal preparation following dementia-friendly menus. Encourages residents to eat properly and hydrate adequately, respecting their right to free choice. Records and reports any changes in eating habits to the supervisor.

Initiates or leads at least one Daily Path engagement program based on residents' Life Stories or the Solace program. Encourages socialization and participation in person-centered activities, fostering friendships among residents.

Maintains residents' records daily, including documentation related to medication, engagement interests, incidents, observations, and changes in physical or emotional condition. Reports significant changes promptly to the supervisor.

If permitted by state regulations, may assist with medication administration following physician orders and state laws. Adheres to medication policies and procedures.

Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment, performing housekeeping duties as scheduled. Responds promptly to emergency situations and resident requests, including monitoring resident locations and notifying supervisors if residents are unaccounted for.

Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.

This job description provides an overview of responsibilities and is not exhaustive. Associates should perform all duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. We aim to help you grow professionally and personally, offering benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

We encourage veterans, transitioning military personnel, and spouses to apply. Brookdale supports naturalization costs for eligible associates.