CAREWATCH OF MICHIGAN HOME CARE
Caregiving Professional
Full Time • Portage
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Caregiver Job Description - Portage, MI
Position: Caregiver
Location: Portage, MI
Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Salary: Competitive pay based on experience
Location: Portage, MI
Employment Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Salary: Competitive pay based on experience
Job Overview:
Become a caregiver in Portage and make a significant impact on the lives of local residents! Your compassionate care will support individuals in living comfortably and independently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene.
- Offer companionship and engage clients in recreational activities.
- Prepare nutritious meals and assist with medication management.
- Conduct light housekeeping to ensure a safe and clean environment.
- Report any changes in client health or behavior to family members.
- Maintain confidentiality and respect client dignity at all times.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in caregiving is preferred.
- A caring and patient attitude towards clients.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Reliable transportation for traveling to clients’ homes.
- CPR and first aid certification is beneficial.
Benefits:
- Flexible scheduling options to fit your lifestyle.
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support for personal growth.
- Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
- Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision for eligible employees.
Compensation: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Becoming a Caregiver
Professional caregivers go by many names: homemakers, home care aides, home health aides, certified nursing assistants, personal care assistants, direct care workers. No matter the name, what they all have in common is a calling to care for people in the comfort of their own homes.
As our population ages, the demand for caregivers is growing every day! Is this career right for you?
Member businesses are independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the member business, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that business. All inquiries about employment at these businesses should be made directly to the business location, and not to Home Care Association of America.
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Flexible work schedule
In 2014, there were nearly 1.8 million caregivers working in the U.S., with the potential to create 500,000 more jobs by 2024. (Source: Value of Home Care Report)
Being part of the family
Over the last five years, the home care industry has grown by more than 50%, and is projected to increase as demand grows. (Source: Value of Home Care Report)
Career advancement in a growing field
Job growth for caregivers is projected to increase by 26% through 2024, compared to just 6.5% on average for all occupations. (Source: Value of Home Care Report)
Opportunity to help seniors and people with disabilities stay at home
In a recent survey of more than 72,000 caregivers, the overall job satisfaction rating was 9.03 out of 10 – higher than previous years. (Source: Home Care Pulse)