Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Evening Shift

Description:

Woodland Village

Brighton, MI

People can say they care, but it means nothing until they prove it. Prove you care as an Anam Cara/Caregiver at Woodland Village!

Interviews are being scheduled NOW, so apply today!

We are looking for caregivers that exude:

• Compassion- genuinely care about the residents and the care you provide
• Positive Attitude- offer a smile and pleasant demeanor consistently to all residents and staff
• Flexibility- no day is the same- be prepared to do different things in different areas
• Teamwork- support and positively encourage fellow staff in effort, performance and attitude
• Professionalism- appropriate behavior, language and accountability at all times
• Time Management Skills- organize and prioritize in a fast-paced environment and complete assigned tasks accurately and quickly

About the Role – Anam Cara is the title for Caregivers of the Elders living within our community. The foundation of our communities’ model is the relationship that exists between the Anam Cara and the Elder. The Anam Cara is more than a friend or caregiver but someone who accepts the responsibility to care for the body, mind, and spirit of those in the community.

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager/Designee your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting residents with daily living functions such as feeding, bathing, dressing, laundry, light housekeeping, and supportive daily care in accordance with the resident care plan.
• Medication administration-prepare and administer medications as directed.
• Escorting residents to and from meals, activities etc., when needed
• Life Enrichment-Activity, social interactions, spiritual and companionship. Will work in conjunction with community support staff engage elders in activities and social interactions to ensure quality of life.
• Proactively identify, develop and execute solutions to enhance the resident living experience
• The Anam Cara is expected to set high personal standards, demonstrate an unwavering commitment to integrity, and behave in a way that reflects the mission and values within our organization. Each Anam Cara values diversity, expresses compassion for others and respects and values all people. Anam Cara’s understand and articulates our heritage, mission, and values and uses them to inspire others. The Anam Cara continuously works to align processes, behaviors and policies within the community and reconcile inconsistencies between words and actions.

About You

You must have:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Minimum of one-year experience within a healthcare setting or as a caregiver
• Previous experience working in assisted living or with the geriatric population preferred
• Superior customer service skills and professionalism
• Self-starter, highly motivated with a high productivity level

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.