Caregiver/Med Tech - JCare

The Detroit Free Press has ranked Homestead as a TOP WORKPLACE, and we are hiring!

Homestead manages a senior living facility in Oak Park, MI

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at our Senior Living Facility in Oak Park. At Homestead we are on a mission to create an exceptional living experience for our cherished residents, and we need enthusiastic caregivers to make it happen. If you have a deep passion for making a difference in the lives of others, then caregiving offers a truly rewarding career path. As a caregiver, you have the unique chance to provide both physical and emotional support, while forming genuine connections with our residents. This is more than just a job, it is a way for you to cultivate essential life skills such as patience, empathy, and effective communication. You will find fulfillment in knowing that every day, you are positively impacting the lives of our residents.

This is a part time position, 10am-2PM, every other weekend is required.

We do not have midnight shifts at this building. We are starting our caregivers at $15.

Homestead has been awarded a Top Workplace 2023 honor by The Detroit Free Press Top Workplaces. The award, based solely on employee feedback, reflects Homestead’s commitment to its employees. Join our team of dedicated and engaged colleagues, and benefit from specialized training and support, employee referral program, as well as opportunities for growth and advancement.

Exciting responsibilities await you:

• Assisting with care needs, specifically but not limited to: dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting
• Passing medications following physicians orders
• Light housekeeping as needed
• Engage the residents, encouraging involvement within the community
• Maintaining the cleanliness of the environment which includes light housekeeping
• Assess for change in condition and communicate immediately to supervisor
• Complete all required documents and charting
• Communicate in a professional manner with families, support services and coworkers
• Assist other team members with their duties
• Comply with all safety and health standards, including infection control procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits we can provide you:

• ROOM FOR GROWTH
• PAID TIME OFF starting on day one
• Paid orientation and training
• Medical, dental and vision for employees working 30 hours or more

Requirements we ask of you:

• Serious applicants only
• Able to pass a criminal background check
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience working with the elderly, preferred
• Must be 18 years old
• Reliable transportation
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Every other weekend is required
• A positive attitude and the ability to arrive on time for every shift