Since 1945, Heritage Community has built a local legacy of vibrant senior living by nurturing a passion for providing the seniors and families of West Michigan with exemplary personalized care. We are the only locally owned non-profit senior living residence in the area.:

The Heritage Community of Kalamazoo vision is that we are the place where everyone wants to be.:

With a culture of hospitality that delights and surprises residents, staff, families and guests, Heritage Community of Kalamazoo will become an in-demand destination that challenges stereotype's and transforms the way people think about senior living.

When you join the team at Heritage, you work with purpose, you form lasting relationships with residents and staff, and you make a difference for countless individuals.::

Paying up to $18.50 per hour and 8 hour shifts available.

To learn more about this position and HCK’s Homecare Program please call 269-553-4945.

Perks

• Flexible schedule
• Get paid as you earn with PayActive
• Vacation time available after 90 days
• Other time off including sick time, paid holidays more
• Health, Dental Vison insurance
• Referral program
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Retirement Plan with contribution match
• Recognize fellow employees (or be recognized) with WOW Bucks that are redeemed for gift cards:

This diverse role performs traditional homecare services AND provides care services to seniors living within HCK’s assisted living / memory care settings when homecare hours aren’t available. If you enjoy a variety of work tasks and settings, this is a wonderful opportunity to join us in making a difference and creating memorable moments for others!
You will need reliable transportation to and from client’s residences, to run errands, or for incidental transportation.:

Job Summary

The Heritage Caregiver’s priority will be the delivery of personal/supportive care to clients or residents in their homes, such as bathing, feeding, grooming, medication reminders and more. Duties performed at a place of residence may include keeping house (making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes) and preparing meals to support the client’s ability to remain at home. When not performing homecare duties, the Caregiver provides services for residents of our on-site communities as described below.

Major Responsibilities

The Heritage Caregiver will:

• Administers bedside and personal care such as ambulation and personal hygiene assistance
• Prepares and maintains records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to the Director
• Performs housekeeping duties such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, and running errands
• Performs health care-related tasks such as monitoring vital signs and medication under the direction of the Director
• Participates in development and implementation of client’s care plan with the Director
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment
• Uses proper infection control methods in client’s environment per Heritage guidelines
• Assists client with medications as designated by the Director
• Must have reliable transportation to and from client’s residents, to run errands or for incidental transportation

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must possess a strong service orientation, including active listening, critical thinking skills, and close monitoring of clients
• Comfortable in an environment in which patients/clients cannot perform basic life duties.
• Understanding of basic concepts of personal care, housekeeping and other care areas.
• Understanding of asepsis and universal precautions

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

• Must be over 18 years old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have a valid in-state driver’s license, provide current registration and insurance, and have a driving record with no more than 2 points within the last 3 years

Essential Physical Functions

• Ability to reach with hands and arms; stand for prolong periods of time, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times

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