Resident Aide/Med Tech-Homestead

Job Description

Job Title: Resident Aide/Med Tech

Company: Homestead

Location: Wayne, MI

Pay: $15 per hour

AI Pay Analysis:

An hourly rate of $15 for a "Resident Aide/Med Tech" position in Wayne, MI, is slightly below the state average for similar roles. As of January 2025, the average annual salary for a Resident Medication Assistant in Michigan is approximately $42,478, equating to about $20 per hour. (salary.com) In Wayne, MI, the average starting rate for caregivers is $18.22 per hour, which is about 2% lower than the Michigan average of $18.60 per hour. (care.com) Therefore, the offered rate of $15 per hour is below both the state and local averages for similar positions.

Job description:
Responsibilities/Qualifications

The Detroit Free Press has recognized Homestead as a TOP WORKPLACE, and we are excited to expand our team! Welcome to Homestead, where we proudly manage a vibrant senior living community in Westland. We are seeking dedicated Caregivers and experienced Med Techs who are passionate about delivering exceptional care to our residents. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of others through fulfilling work. As a caregiver, you will have the rewarding opportunity to provide both physical and emotional support to elderly, disabled, or recovering residents, while also enhancing valuable skills such as patience, empathy, and communication.

Homestead’s achievement of the Top Workplace honor, based exclusively on employee feedback, underscores our commitment to fostering a supportive work environment. By joining our team of dedicated and engaged colleagues, you will benefit from specialized training, support, an employee referral program, and numerous opportunities for growth and advancement.

Your responsibilities will include:
– Providing compassionate companionship to residents and assisting them with daily activities, including transferring, bathing, dressing, toileting, and walking.
– Administering medications and injections per physicians’ orders documented in medical records.
– Maintaining a clean environment, which may involve light housekeeping tasks.
– Ensuring strict compliance with safety and health standards, including precise infection control protocols.
– Monitoring changes in residents’ conditions and promptly communicating any updates to your supervisor.
– Following schedules to assist residents with repositioning.
– Accurately documenting medication administration in accordance with established procedures.
– Utilizing sound judgment to provide safe and effective client care.
– Supporting fellow team members in their responsibilities as needed.
– Responding to call lights and assessing residents’ needs in a timely manner.
– Obtaining meal trays and assisting residents with eating.
– Performing other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Benefits we offer include:
– Opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment.
– Employee recognition events to celebrate your contributions.
– PAID TIME OFF starting from day one of employment.
– Medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees (30 hours or more).
– Comprehensive paid orientation and training.
– Daily Pay: access your earnings when you need them.

We ask the following of you:
– Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check.
– Minimum age of 18 years.
– Experience in medication administration and working with seniors.
– A high school diploma or GED.
– Reliable transportation.
– Availability to work every other weekend is a requirement.

Job Posting Date: Sun, 27 Apr 2025 00:18:20 GMT

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