Clare Bridge Caregiver

Brookdale Senior Living in; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living community in Michigan seeks a Clare Bridge Caregiver to provide compassionate dementia care. Responsibilities include assisting residents with daily activities, promoting independence, and maintaining records. The role fosters a supportive environment and encourages social engagement among residents.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Provides dementia care and encourages independence.
• Maintains residents' records and follows medication policies.

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with daily living activities and promotes self-care.
• Initiates engagement programs based on residents' stories.

Skills

Dementia Care

Communication

Teamwork

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 getting to and from programs and meals according to the individual service plan and individualized interventions. Partners and encourages residents to be as independent as possible, promoting self-care.

Participates in team behavioral expression meetings or discussions with community leadership. Knows the residents' Life Story, preferences, routines, and interests. Serves meals in the dining room and may assist in preparing meals following dementia-friendly menus. Encourages residents to eat properly and hydrate, respecting their right to free choice. Reports any changes in eating habits to the supervisor.

Initiates and/or leads at least one Daily Path engagement program based on residents' Life Stories, Solace program, or calendar. Encourages residents to socialize and participate in planned, spontaneous, and small group person-centered programs, supporting friendships between residents.

Maintains residents' records daily, in a timely manner, following company policies. This includes documentation related to medication distribution (if permitted by state regulations), engagement interests, incidents, observations, and changes in physical or emotional condition. Reports all changes promptly to the supervisor.

Follows physician orders and state laws to assist with medication administration for residents who cannot self-administer, adhering to medication policies and procedures. Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment, performing general housekeeping, laundry, and cleaning schedules.

Responds promptly and positively to resident requests and emergencies, including monitoring resident location and notifying the supervisor if a resident is unaccounted for. Promotes teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.

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

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. We offer opportunities for growth, professional development, and wellness programs. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, holidays, life insurance, and more, varying by employment status. We encourage veterans, transitioning military personnel, and spouses to apply.

Salary range: $15.00 - $17.73 per hour.