Participant Care Assistant I-1:30p-9:30pm-Thome PACE

UMRC & Porter Hills; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare team as a Participant Care Assistant in Jackson, MI, where you will play a vital role in supporting older adults' care needs. This position offers competitive benefits, career growth opportunities, and a chance to impact lives positively, working alongside dedicated professionals.

Benefits

Tuition assistance programs

Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance

Competitive benefits for full-time team members

Retirement savings plan

Daily pay

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Team member referral bonus program

Mileage reimbursement

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Current CPR certification is needed; assistance can be provided.
• Minimum 1 year experience supporting older adults or frail individuals.

Responsibilities

• Support participants’ physical and emotional well-being.
• Assist with daily tasks including dressing and mobility.
• Document care provided and changes observed.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification

Completion of PCA program

Job description

Join Our Team as a Participant Care Assistant (PCA) I

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Career Growth & Development – Take your career to the next level with our tuition assistance programs and educational scholarships.
• Wellness Program & Reimbursemen t – Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed $120 a year!
• Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Team Members – Enjoy Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance starting on the 1st of the month after 30 days of hire.
• Retirement Savings Plan – Secure your future with employer contributions.
• Daily Pay – Get paid when YOU want!
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Includes 6 Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays.
• Team Member Referral Bonus Program – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!
• Mileage Reimbursement – Offered for work-related travel.

Schedule : 40 hours/week | 1pm-9:30pm | Weekend and holiday rotation, required

Shift Differentials, Holiday, and Weekend Differentials: Monday-Thursday (5pm-7am) $1.00/hour | Weekend (Friday 5pm-Monday 7am) $1.00/hour

Department:Thome PACE | Jackson, MI

What You’ll Do in This Role:

As a Participant Care Assistant, you’ll play a hands-on role in making a real difference every day. You’ll support participants with their care needs—whether at our Day Center, in their homes, or out in the community—while working closely with an incredible team of healthcare professionals. Under the guidance of the Participant Care Manager, you’ll use your skills and compassion to provide meaningful support that promotes comfort, dignity, and independence. If you're passionate about helping others and thrive in a team-centered, purpose-driven environment, this is the role for you!

Primary Responsibilities:

Support Comfort & Confidence: Help create a positive, caring environment by supporting participants’ physical and emotional well-being.

️ Encourage Independence: Empower participants to stay as independent as possible by supporting their daily routines and mobility goals.

Be a Communication Pro: Keep the conversation flowing—whether it's with participants, their families, your team, or partner agencies.

Collaborate with the Care Team: Be an essential part of our interdisciplinary team, sharing insights and ideas to improve care.

️ Provide Personal Care with Purpose: Assist with essential daily tasks like dressing, toileting, transferring, and mobility—helping participants feel their best.

Keep it Clear & Accurate: Document the care you provide, changes you observe, and any updates in participant activities with precision.

Speak Up for Participants: Notice a change in a participant’s condition? You’ll be the voice that ensures they get the care they need.

Grow with Us: Play an active role in quality improvement initiatives that enhance services and outcomes.

Learn & Teach Along the Way: Whether you’re gaining new skills or sharing your own knowledge, you’ll be part of a team that supports continuous learning.

What You’ll Need:

A high school diploma or GED—your foundation for success
️ Current CPR certification—safety first! If not, no worries-we can help!
Prefer at least 1 year of experience supporting older adults or frail individuals—you know how to care with compassion
Completion of Thome PACE’s Participant Care Aide (PCA) program—your training sets you apart

Flexibility for after-hours on-call rotation—including evenings, weekends, and holidays—you’re a team player, ready to step up when needed

The above is a summary of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties this position will be required to perform. If selected for the position you will receive a full job description.

Ready to Make an Impact?

At Brio Living Services, we’re looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals who are ready to contribute to a supportive and dynamic team. If this sounds like you, we’d love to have you join us!

Apply today and let’s build a healthier future together!

ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT

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BRIO LIVING SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Brio Living Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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