Seniors Helping Seniors Lakeshore
Personal Care Aide / Caregiver - Grand Haven
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Job Description
Starting at $16/hr - $17/hr. with an excellent work environment (including 24/7 support) and full-time or part-time available for caregiving positions in Grand Haven, Holland, Jenison and the surrounding areas!
Benefits
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- Competitive wages: $16/hr to $17/hr
- Paid training, ongoing education, and orientation
- Referral bonuses
- Career advancement opportunities in senior care
Our Ideal Candidate
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We're seeking compassionate individuals for caregiving roles. We offer a robust training program for both experienced and new caregivers. Enjoy a supportive work environment with full-time and part-time positions available in Grand Haven!
Job Overview
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The Personal Caregiver provides hands-on physical assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) in addition to companion care duties. This role supports seniors with mobility challenges, recovery needs, or advanced memory loss who require direct support with hygiene, dressing, and physical transferring to live safely and comfortably at home.
Key Responsibilities
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- Hands-on ADL Assistance: Discreetly and respectfully assist with bathing/showering, dressing, grooming, oral care, and toileting/incontinence care.
- Mobility & Transferring: Provide physical support with walking, stand-pivot transfers (e.g., bed to chair), and repositioning to prevent falls.
- Eating Support: Assist directly with feeding or specialized meal preparation for clients with physical or swallowing constraints.
- Advanced Memory & Dementia Support: Loving, patient support for clients experiencing moderate-to-advanced Alzheimer's or dementia; monitor changes in condition and report to supervisors/families.
- Post-Hospital & Condition-Specific Care: Follow individualized care plans for clients recovering from surgery or managing conditions like Parkinson’s, stroke, or COPD.
- Full Companion Support: Perform all core companion duties (medication reminders, light housekeeping, meal prep, transportation, and family relief).
Requirements & Qualifications
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* Prior professional caregiving experience, CNA/HHA certification, or completed personal care skills training preferred/required depending on local guidelines. * Ability to safely lift, transfer, and assist clients physically (typically up to 25–50 lbs safely using proper body mechanics). * High level of patience, dignity, and respect for client privacy. * Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. * Ability to pass background checks. Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour
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