Resident Care Specialist

Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Resident Care Specialist to join our team. This role is essential in providing high-quality care and support to residents in a long-term care environment, including nursing homes, personal care homes, and group homes. The ideal candidate will have experience in direct support, medication administration, and memory care, ensuring that residents receive the assistance they need to maintain their dignity and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to residents, assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor residents for any changes in health or behavior.
• Maintain a clean and safe living environment for all residents, ensuring hygiene standards are met.
• Assist with mobility needs, including lifting and transferring residents as necessary.
• Engage residents in meaningful activities that promote social interaction and cognitive stimulation.
• Document care provided and report any concerns or changes in resident conditions to the nursing staff.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to each resident's needs.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in long-term care settings such as nursing homes or personal care homes is preferred.
• Knowledge of medication administration protocols and best practices in resident care.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with residents, families, and staff members.
• Compassionate nature with a genuine desire to assist individuals with varying levels of physical and cognitive abilities.
• Ability to lift and support residents safely while adhering to proper lifting techniques.
• Familiarity with memory care principles is a plus.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our residents by providing exceptional care and support!

Qualifications

• Caregiving
• Home & community care
• CNA
• State Tested Nursing Assistant
• Driver's License
• Certified Home Health Aide
• Certified Medication Aide
• Certified Medication Technician

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Rotating weekends

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Gladwin, MI 48624 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Gladwin, MI 48624: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $15