In Home Caregiver

Kennedy Care; Manistique (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid orientation and training

PTO for all employees

1.5x pay on holidays

Referral bonuses

Dedicated Care Coordinator support

Employee Emergency Fund

Job summary

Kennedy Care is seeking an In-Home Caregiver (Life Care Professional) to support veterans, seniors, and clients with complex medical needs in Manistique, MI, and surrounding areas. The role pays $16.00-$20.00 per hour and starts at 9 hours per week, with schedule details to be determined.

You will provide dignified, home-based care and contribute to a compassionate, client-centered team. Responsibilities include personal care, mobility support, meal prep, light housekeeping, companionship, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel within a 25-30 mile radius.
• Comfortable using smartphones/mobile apps.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, and daily routines.
• Support mobility, transfers, and safety in the home.
• Provide care for individuals with various needs (including dementia, TBI, and spinal conditions).
• Prepare meals and light housekeeping.
• Offer companionship and emotional support.
• Document care updates using smartphone tools.
• Communicate with the care team for coordinated home care.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Tech savvy

Compassionate care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA certification

Job description

Description

Position: In-Home Caregiver (Life Care Professional)

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per Hour based on Certifications and Experience

Hours: 9 Hours per Week to Start

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

Location: Manistique, 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.

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)