What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN Caregiver / CNA (Flexible Hours & Paid Weekend On-Call Opportunities) position at Senior Helpers of Greater Grand Rapids?
PRN & On-Call Caregiver
Senior Helpers of Greater Grand Rapids
Earn Extra Income. Make a Difference. Work When You're Available.
We're building a team of dependable, experienced caregivers who are interested in picking up additional hours when opportunities become available.
Whether you're a retired nurse, CNA, healthcare professional, current caregiver, nursing student, or someone with significant caregiving experience, this role offers the flexibility to work when you're available while making a meaningful impact in the lives of local seniors.
This position is ideal for:
Our PRN (as-needed) caregivers serve as an important extension of our care team by helping cover:
Paid Weekend On-Call Opportunities
In addition to PRN shift opportunities, qualified caregivers may be selected to participate in our Weekend On-Call Program.
Weekend On-Call Caregivers:
WHY JOIN SENIOR HELPERS?
Senior Helpers of Greater Grand Rapids is an independently owned and operated franchise serving the western and northern suburbs of Grand Rapids. Since 2005, Senior Helpers has been a trusted leader in home care, helping seniors maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life while aging safely in place.
Our services range from companionship and personal care to specialized support for individuals living with Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Parkinson's Disease, and other chronic conditions.
Responsibilities
As a PRN Caregiver, you may provide any combination of the following services based on client needs:
Personal Care & Client Support
If you're looking for a flexible opportunity to earn extra income, stay active in caregiving, and make a difference when seniors need support most, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join our PRN and On-Call Caregiver Team and become one of the trusted professionals we call first when clients need exceptional care.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.
Senior Helpers of Greater Grand Rapids
Earn Extra Income. Make a Difference. Work When You're Available.
- Pay: $15-$19/hour based on experience
- PRN (As-Needed) Opportunities Available
- Paid Weekend On-Call Opportunities Available
- No Guaranteed Hours - Pick Up Shifts That Fit Your Schedule
We're building a team of dependable, experienced caregivers who are interested in picking up additional hours when opportunities become available.
Whether you're a retired nurse, CNA, healthcare professional, current caregiver, nursing student, or someone with significant caregiving experience, this role offers the flexibility to work when you're available while making a meaningful impact in the lives of local seniors.
This position is ideal for:
- Retired nurses, CNAs, medical assistants, therapists, and healthcare professionals who want occasional, meaningful work
- Current caregivers looking to supplement their income with additional shifts
- Nursing, CNA, PTA, OTA, social work, and healthcare students seeking hands-on experience
- Experienced family caregivers who have a passion for helping seniors
- Individuals looking for a flexible opportunity without a fixed schedule commitment
Our PRN (as-needed) caregivers serve as an important extension of our care team by helping cover:
- Last-minute caregiver call-offs
- Emergency staffing needs
- New client start-ups
- Temporary schedule increases
- Weekend coverage needs
- Vacation and leave coverage
Paid Weekend On-Call Opportunities
In addition to PRN shift opportunities, qualified caregivers may be selected to participate in our Weekend On-Call Program.
Weekend On-Call Caregivers:
- Receive compensation for being available during designated weekend periods
- Receive priority consideration for open shifts
- Help support clients when unexpected staffing needs arise
- Serve as a critical resource for ensuring continuity of care
WHY JOIN SENIOR HELPERS?
- Work only when opportunities fit your schedule
- Supplemental income without committing to a regular schedule
- One-on-one client care
- Meaningful work that impacts seniors and families
- Flexible weekday and weekend opportunities
- Professional and supportive local leadership team
- Hands-on training in our Center of Excellence caregiver training facility
- Ongoing education in Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's Disease, mobility assistance, and chronic condition care
- Opportunity to gain valuable healthcare experience
- Work for a certified Great Place to Work® and the #1 Franchise in Senior Care according to Entrepreneur Franchise 500®
Senior Helpers of Greater Grand Rapids is an independently owned and operated franchise serving the western and northern suburbs of Grand Rapids. Since 2005, Senior Helpers has been a trusted leader in home care, helping seniors maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life while aging safely in place.
Our services range from companionship and personal care to specialized support for individuals living with Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Parkinson's Disease, and other chronic conditions.
Responsibilities
As a PRN Caregiver, you may provide any combination of the following services based on client needs:
Personal Care & Client Support
- Assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene
- Assistance with eating and daily living activities
- Ambulation, mobility assistance, and walking support
- Assisting clients to and from bed
- Monitoring and supporting clients living with Alzheimer's Disease or Dementia
- Light housekeeping
- Laundry and linen changes
- Meal planning and meal preparation
- Household organization and management
- Apparel selection and dressing assistance
- Meaningful conversation and companionship
- Emotional support and encouragement
- Promoting engagement, independence, and quality of life
- Transportation using the client's vehicle
- Running errands and accompanying clients to appointments
- Medication reminders in accordance with company policies
- Preparing sleeping areas
- Assisting clients during the night as needed
- Reporting frequent overnight care needs to the office
- Dependable and responsive when opportunities arise
- Adaptable to new clients, homes, and situations
- Comfortable stepping in when support is needed most
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Compassionate, patient, and professional
- Able to work independently and confidently
- Committed to providing exceptional client care
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Valid driver's license with no serious driving violations
- Reliable transportation available during assignments
- Ability to read, write, and speak English at an average adult level
- Ability to successfully complete required training and skills assessments
- Ability to complete required health screenings
- Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screening prior to employment
- Proof of First Aid and CPR certification within 3 months of employment
- One or more years of caregiving, home care, healthcare, or related experience
- CNA certification, nursing education, healthcare coursework, or similar experience preferred but not required
- Previous experience working independently in client homes
- Weekend availability strongly preferred
If you're looking for a flexible opportunity to earn extra income, stay active in caregiving, and make a difference when seniors need support most, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join our PRN and On-Call Caregiver Team and become one of the trusted professionals we call first when clients need exceptional care.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.
Salary : $15 - $19