Job Description
I. Position Purpose
The Live-In Caregiver / Home Care Aide provides compassionate, non-medical, 24-hour in-home care to clients in need of continuous support. This position requires the caregiver to reside in the client’s home during scheduled shifts to assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs). The primary goal is to promote the client’s safety, dignity, and well-being through reliable and personalized care according to a pre-established care plan.
II. Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe following list outlines the essential functions of the Live-In Caregiver role. Duties may vary based on individual client needs and may include other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
Personal Care: Assists with bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, mobility, and incontinence care, always maintaining the client’s dignity and privacy.
Companionship: Offers consistent emotional and social support through meaningful conversations, engagement in client interests, and participation in recreational activities.
Meal Preparation: Plans, prepares, and serves nutritious meals and snacks per dietary guidelines. May assist with feeding if required.
Light Housekeeping: Maintains a clean and safe living environment by performing light cleaning duties including laundry, dishes, changing bed linens, and general tidying.
Health Support: Provides medication reminders from pre-dosed containers and monitors any changes in the client’s physical, cognitive, or emotional condition. Reports concerns to the supervising Case Manager promptly.
Overnight Monitoring: Remains available during nighttime hours to assist with client needs such as toileting, repositioning, or safety checks as necessary.
Transportation & Errands: Accompanies or drives clients to appointments, errands, or social outings when approved and appropriate.
Documentation: Accurately documents all services provided, observations, and incidents as required by agency policy.
Prior experience as a live-in caregiver or in a similar capacity is strongly preferred but not required.
CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) or HHA (Home Health Aide) certification in the State of Michigan is strongly preferred but not required.
CPR and First Aid certification preferred and may be required within 90 days of hire.
Familiarity with personal care practices, nutrition, and home safety.
Ability to provide respectful and empathetic care to clients with diverse needs and backgrounds.
Strong communication skills—both verbal and written.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Dependable, patient, and capable of working independently without direct supervision.
Comfortable living in a client’s home for extended periods while maintaining professional boundaries.
Must be able to stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, reach, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds.
May require assisting clients with mobility and transfers.
Must have the physical and mental stamina to provide round-the-clock support during live-in shifts.
Work is performed in private residences. Conditions may vary depending on the home environment and client needs, with potential exposure to pets, cleaning products, or allergens.
This position requires extended stays in the client’s home, including sleeping arrangements provided on-site.
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