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Companion / Caregiver – Novi, MI

United States

Part Time Senior Companion (Dementia Experience Preferred) – Novi, MI

A warm, gentle, and reliable caregiver is needed to assist an aging older adult managing dementia with evening routines and light household support. The care recipient is ambulatory and seeking assistance to ensure safety, comfort, and peace of mind during evening hours.

Schedule:

  • 5 to 7 days per week
  • 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  • Potential for additional daytime hours as needed
  • Start Date: ASAP

Family Specifications:

  • Smoke free home
  • Support needed for an older adult living with advancing age and dementia
  • Patient, compassionate, and dependable approach valued

Responsibilities:

  • Assistance with evening and bedtime preparation
  • Guidance and support with personal hygiene routines
  • Alzheimer's/dementia redirection and supportive companionship
  • Assistance with medical reminders
  • Basic household support and light tidy-up tasks around the home

Requirements:

  • Experience working with older adults with dementia or memory loss
  • Hands-on experience with evening routine assistance and personal care assistance
  • Ability to provide patient, compassionate, and attentive evening support

Preferred:

  • Formal dementia care training or certifications

Compensation:

  • $25- $30 per hour

 

All candidates will be subject to a background check. This position requires proof of legal authorization to work in the United States. The family is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

 

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief introduction highlighting your relevant senior care experience.

 

Important Information:

Wellthy is not an agency. This is a private, family-hired position. We provide Care Coordination services to families nationwide, which may include connecting families with potential caregivers. All caregivers are hired directly by the family and are not employed by Wellthy. We take privacy very seriously. For questions on our Applicant Privacy Policy or to review, please visit our careers page. (Job #177791).

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