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ComForCare Home Care - Kalamazoo; Buchanan (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A caregiving opportunity in Buchanan, Michigan, focusing on providing safe and respectful support for clients. The caregiver will assist with daily tasks, monitor health, prepare meals, and provide companionship, ensuring dignity and independence for those in their care.

Benefits

Opportunity for advancement

Wellness resources

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a caregiver or similar role.
• Ability to lift, move, or assist clients.
• Basic understanding of caregiving best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily hygiene routines, mobility, and transfers.
• Monitor and report changes in physical or mental health.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Patience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Wellness resources

Location: Buchanan Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated caregiver to provide safe, respectful, and supportive care to individuals who need assistance with daily tasks. This role focuses on enhancing the comfort, dignity, and independence of the person receiving care through personal support, companionship, and routine help at home.

Key Responsibilities:

Personal Care:

Assist with daily hygiene routines such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting

Support with mobility and transfers (bed to chair, walking assistance, etc.)

Help with incontinence care and maintain personal dignity

Health Monitoring:

Monitor and report changes in physical or mental health

Support with exercises or rehabilitation tasks recommended by healthcare professionals

Meal Preparation and Nutrition:

Plan and prepare nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions or preferences

Assist with feeding when necessary

Ensure proper hydration throughout the day

Companionship and Emotional Support:

Provide companionship and engage in meaningful conversation

Participate in recreational activities or hobbies to promote mental well-being

Offer emotional reassurance and create a positive, respectful environment

Household Support:

Perform light housekeeping duties (laundry, vacuuming, dishwashing, etc.)

Run errands (grocery shopping, pharmacy pickups) if required

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Proven experience as a caregiver or similar role

Basic understanding of caregiving best practices and emergency response

Ability to lift, move, or assist clients with mobility

Patience, strong interpersonal skills, and a high level of empathy

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aide (HHA), or equivalent certification

First Aid and CPR certified

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Experience with memory care (Alzheimer’s/dementia) is a plus

Work Environment:

May involve long periods of standing, bending, or lifting

Flexible hours including evenings, weekends, or overnight shifts

Work may take place in private homes, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes

By selecting the positions below, you acknowledge that you are applying for employment with an independently owned and operated ComForCare franchisee, a separate company and employer from ComForCare and any of its affiliates or subsidiaries. You understand that each independent franchisee is solely responsible for all decisions relating to employment including (and without limitation to) hiring and termination, and ComForCare does not accept, review or store my application. Any questions about your application or the hiring process must be directed to the locally owned and operated ComForCare franchisee.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran.