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Direct Care Worker

Meadowlark Home Care Incorporated

South field, MIJob$17.13/hrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$17.13/hr
Location
South field, MI
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Direct Care Worker provides personalized support to residents in care settings, helping promote independence, safety, dignity, and well-being. The role includes assistance with daily living, health monitoring, medication support, companionship, behavior management, and maintaining a clean environment. Prior care experience and Direct Care Worker Training or CPR/first aid are preferred; the posting describes the work location as in person.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Activities of Daily LivingVital Signs MonitoringMedication AdministrationCompanionshipBehavior ManagementLight HousekeepingMeal PreparationSafe Patient HandlingDevelopmental Disabilities CareMental Illness CareCognitive Impairment CareFirst AidCPRCommunicationPassenger Van OperationHeavy Lifting

Qualifications

Direct Care Worker ExperienceDirect Care Worker TrainingCPR/First Aid Certification

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Full job description

Our organization is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Care Worker to provide exceptional support and assistance to individuals in various care settings. In this vital role, you will help enhance the quality of life for residents by delivering personalized care, promoting independence, and ensuring safety. Your energetic approach and commitment to care giving will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve. This paid position offers and opportunity to develop your skills while working in a rewarding environment focused on dignity and respect. Please only serious candidates apply. Responsibilities Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADL'S) including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support. Monitor and record vial signs such as blood pressure, pulse and temperature, blood sugar, to ensure residents health status is maintained. Support residents with medication administration following prescribed protocols and safety guidelines. Provide companionship and emotional support to promote mental well-being and reduce feelings of isolation. Implement behavior management strategies for individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental illness. Maintain a clean safe and comfortable environment by assisting with light housekeeping, meal preparation and resident hygiene. Follow safe patient handling practices to prevent injury during transfers or mobility assistance. Skills Prior experience in assisted living, nursing homes or residential care homes is highly desirable Ability to work with individuals with developmental disabilities, mental illness or cognitive impairments with patience and understanding. Proficiency in basic first aid and CPR certification to respond effectively in emergencies. Strong communication skills for engaging with residents, families,and team members. Experience operating standard passenger vans for transport needs is a plus. Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and handle manual tasks efficiently while maintaining resident safety. Join us as a Direct Care Worker if you are passionate about making a positive impact through care giving. We value energetic individuals who are committed to providing compassionate support while fostering independence and dignity for every resident. This is a paid opportunity designed to empower you with meaningful work that truly makes a difference. Pay From $17.13 per hour Benefits Paid time off Application question(s) Do you have a current Direct Care Worker Training, CPR/FA? Experience Direct care worker 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification Direct Care Worker Training (Preferred) Security Clearance Multipliers, State police, OIG Work Location: in person

How this job compares

Set against the 305 open Direct Care Worker jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$17.13/hr
  • US median$16–18/hr117 hourly ranges

This rate, $17.13/hr, is close to the US median midpoint ($17/hr) — in the middle half of Direct Care Worker hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 10 open Direct Care Worker jobs in Michigan and 305 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Direct Care Worker postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (56 postings).
Education
0 of the 305 open Direct Care Worker jobs (0%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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