Elderly Care Companion

CAREWATCH OF MICHIGAN HOME CARE

Elderly Care Companion

Grand Rapids, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Competitive salary

    Flexible schedule

    Opportunity for advancement

    Job Title: Caregiver

    Starting Pay: $15/hour (regardless of experience)

    Job Details:

    Condition: Client requires total care for all Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)

    Medical Needs:

    Assistance with a foley catheter (caregivers should be familiar and able to assist as needed)

    Mobility:

    Requires use of a Hoyer lift for transfers (experience with Hoyer lifts required)

    Uses an electric wheelchair for mobility

    Other Responsibilities

    Provide personal care and assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting

    Assist with Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) including meal preparation, light housekeeping, and medication reminders

    Help with mobility assistance, including transferring in and out of bed or chairs

    Provide companionship and emotional support to clients

    Additional Duties:

    Pets: Must be comfortable around cats and assist with feeding and cleaning the litter box

    Care Preferences:

    Non-smoker preferred, but not required

    Benefits:

    Weekly Pay

    Potential for a Raise within 30 days based on performance

    Key Requirements:

    Experience with Hoyer lifts

    Comfort and willingness to care for a client with MS and total care needs

    Familiarity or readiness to assist with a foley catheter

    Comfortable with pets (specifically cats)

    Apply now & for immediate consideration call us at 269 256 4445

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