In Home Caregiver

Kennedy Care; Jackson (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Paid orientation and training

PTO for all employees

1.5x pay on designated holidays

Referral bonuses for caregivers and of

Job summary

Kennedy Care is seeking a Life Care Professional – In-Home Caregiver to provide compassionate home care in Pleasant Lake MI and surrounding areas. This part-time role offers a meaningful way to help clients live safely and independently at home.

You will assist with daily activities, meals, light housekeeping, and mobility, while documenting care updates and staying connected with the care team. Compensation is $16.00 to $18.00 per hour, based on certifications and experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Age 18 or older.
• Willingness to travel within a 25-30 mile radius.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Comfortable using smartphones and mobile apps.
• Reliability and compassionate mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home care to help clients live safely and comfortably.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, and daily routines.
• Support mobility, transfers, and safety in the home.
• Prepare meals and assist with light housekeeping.
• Offer companionship and emotional support.
• Document care updates using smartphone tools.
• Communicate with the care team to ensure quality care.

Skills

Compassionate caregiver mindset

Reliable transportation

Ability to lift 25 lbs

Smartphone usage

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA certification or similar caregiver background

Job description

Job Type

Part-time

Description

LIFE CARE PROFESSIONAL – IN-HOME CAREGIVER

Position: In-Home Caregiver (Life Care Professional)

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per Hour based on Certifications and Experience

Job Type: Part Time

Schedule: Day Shift: The specific days and times are yet to be determined

Location: Pleasant Lake MI (and surrounding areas within a 25-30 mile radius)

Looking for meaningful work where you can truly make a difference? As a Life Care Professional (In-Home Caregiver), you’ll do more than provide care, you’ll help people live safely, comfortably, and confidently at home.

At Kennedy Care, we’ve proudly delivered compassionate home care since 2003. Our growing team of dedicated caregivers provides trusted home care services for veterans, seniors, and individuals with complex medical needs. If you are a dependable caregiver who brings heart, professionalism, and positivity to your work, we would love to meet you.

The best part? You can and start your journey with a team that truly values caregivers.

What You’ll Do

As a Life Care Professional, you’ll provide supportive home care that helps clients live safely, comfortably, and with dignity in their own homes. Our caregivers may:

• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, and daily routines
• Support mobility, transfers, and safety in the home
• Provide specialized home care for individuals with spinal cord injuries, TBI, dementia, Alzheimer’s, and age-related conditions
• Prepare meals and assist with light housekeeping
• Offer companionship and emotional support that every caregiver knows is essential
• Document care updates using simple smartphone tools
• Communicate with the care team to ensure the highest level of home care

Every caregiver plays a vital role in helping our clients thrive at home.

Why Caregivers Love Kennedy Care

We believe great caregivers deserve great support.

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Flexible scheduling that fits your life
• Paid orientation and training
• PTO for all employees
• 1.5x pay on designated holidays
• Referral bonuses for caregivers and clients
• Dedicated Care Coordinator support
• Employee Emergency Fund program

Who We Are

Kennedy Care delivers trusted home care with a mission: to improve lives through meaningful experiences that allow individuals to age wherever they choose to call home.

Our values guide every caregiver on our team: Love Others, Be Authentic, Persevere, Pursue Consistent Quality, and Be Accountable.

If you’re ready to build a rewarding career in home care and join a supportive team of caregivers who truly care,

Kennedy Care is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of Kennedy Care to do their part to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included, and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve.

Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for always striving to create an inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

We’re excited to welcome compassionate caregivers who are ready to grow in the home care field.

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Age 18 or older
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel within a 25-30 mile radius
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. independently
• Comfortable using smartphones/mobile apps
• Dependable, compassionate caregiver mindset
• Additional requirements may vary based on client assignment.

Preferred (not required)

• Experience in home care, caregiving, or healthcare
• CNA certification or similar caregiver background
• Experience supporting veterans
• Experience with dementia, TBI, or spinal cord injury
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and auto insurance (may be required depending on client needs)

Salary Description

$16-$18/hr