****Please note: Due to this being a one-person operation, completion of the questionnaire is a required part of the application process in order for me to accurately fit the needs of the applicant and client.
All questions following the application must be answered fully in order to be considered for this position.
There will be 4 questions prompted after your resume is submitted.
Any incomplete questions will result in your application being disqualified from consideration. Any questions that are left unanswered will be considered a “no,” and unfortunately, incomplete applications won’t be able to move forward.*****
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Job Description: This position provides in-home care and support to a Heart to Home Care client as an independent contractor, as needed. This is an ongoing/long-term opportunity based on the client’s continued need for care.
Please review the information below carefully before proceeding with the interview process.
Location: Near EMU & Trinity Health Ann Arbor
Cross streets: Cornell & Washtenaw
Anticipated Start Date: Beginning of September 2026
Pay: $20/hour | Bi-monthly
Available Shifts:
- Morning: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (weekly)
Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide compassionate, respectful, and dependable in-home support based on the client’s individual needs. Duties may include:
- Assistance with ADLs, personal care, hygiene, dressing, and grooming
- Meal preparation and assistance with meals
- Medication reminders, as appropriate
- Light housekeeping related to the client’s care
- Companionship and social engagement
- Mobility and transfer assistance, as applicable
- Accompanying the client to appointments/outings and occasional errands
- Observing and communicating changes in the client’s condition or behavior
- Maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment
- Respecting the client’s privacy, dignity, home, and personal boundaries
- Professional communication with the client, family, and Heart to Home Care
- Following applicable HIPAA privacy and confidentiality requirements and protecting the client’s personal health information
Duties may vary based on the client’s needs from day to day.
Experience:
Previous caregiving or healthcare experience is preferred, including:
- Home Health Aide (HHA)
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Nurse Aide
- Caregiver
- Direct Care Worker
- Other comparable healthcare or home-care experience
Qualifications:
Physical Requirements – Please Review Carefully:
This position involves physically demanding caregiving duties, including:
- Going up and down stairs while assisting the client.
- Pushing and pulling a 200+ lb client using a wheelchair or other mobility equipment.
- Maneuvering the client up and down ramps and hallways.
- Assisting with mobility and positioning as needed.
- Maintaining safe body mechanics and following proper safety procedures.
Applicants must be physically capable of performing these duties safely and consistently.
CPR/First Aid certification is a plus, but not required.
Transportation: Reliable transportation and current auto insurance are required.
What I’m Looking For:
Experience is important, but character matters just as much. I’m looking for someone who is:
- Dependable and punctual
- Compassionate, patient, and respectful
- Professional and responsible
- A good communicator
- Comfortable working independently
- Able to maintain appropriate professional boundaries
- Positive, willing to learn, and genuinely enjoys helping others
Attendance:
Reliability is extremely important. If you are unable to work a scheduled shift, at least 2 hours’ notice is required whenever reasonably possible so backup coverage can be arranged.
Interview & Selection Process:
✨Part 1 — Initial Interview
Video conference or in-person interview with Deja
✨Part 2 — Client/Family Interview
Video conference or in-person interview with the client and/or client’s family
Additional information or screening may be requested as part of the selection process
Required Documents
During Interview:
- Valid government-issued Photo ID
- Current Resume
- 2–3 Professional References with contact information
After Being Selected:
- Current CPR/First Aid Certification (if applicable/required for the position)
- Valid Auto Insurance documentation (if driving the client or using a personal vehicle for work-related duties)
Please have these documents ready when requested to help ensure a smooth hiring process.
This is an independent contractor position, not a W-2 position. The position is only considered offered and accepted after the interview process is completed and confirmation is provided directly by me.
Character matters just as much as experience. I’m looking for someone who is kind, patient, trustworthy, reliable, and genuinely committed to treating others with dignity and respect.
email: [email protected]
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Inability to answer any of the following questions will result in a disqualification for this position.
1. Are you comfortable working in a home with a dog present? Please disclose any allergies, fears, or concerns.
- 2. Are you comfortable providing care for a client with a history of MRSA and following all required infection-control precautions, including PPE, hand hygiene, and cleaning/disinfection procedures?
- 3. This position requires regularly going up and down stairs, and standing/walking for extended periods. Are you able to perform these duties safely without any physical restrictions and/or limitations?
- 4. This position requires maneuvering the client in a wheelchair/walker, including moving the client through hallways, up/down a ramp, and standby safety assist. Are you physically able to provide these types of duties safely without any restrictions and/or limitations?
Important: Candidates should only apply if they are able to safely perform all physical requirements of the position.
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Ypsilanti, MI 48198 (Required)
Work Location: In person
