Safe at Home·Kentwood, Michigan
Provide high-quality, engaging, and age-appropriate in-home childcare to support children's growth and development. Build professional relationships with families and ensure a safe, warm environment while managing transportation for activities.
Join the Safe at Home Child Care Team – Where Compassion Meets Purpose
Safe at Home (SAH), a division of Kennedy Care, is looking for passionate, caring individuals to provide high-quality in-home childcare and elderly care to families in your community. At Safe at Home, you’ll make a meaningful impact every day while enjoying flexibility and support designed to fit your lifestyle. Whether you’re seeking consistent hours or a flexible schedule, we work with you to create the right client match.
We are proud to serve employees of Ford Motor Company, the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, and individual families seeking compassionate nannies.
Why You’ll Love working with Safe at Home Flexible nanny schedules tailored to your availability and goals Work with one or multiple families to provide personalized childcare Families participate in our internal screening process to ensure a great fit for you as a nanny Eligibility for benefits after 12 months of employment (30+ hours/week), including medical, dental, and vision insurance Generous PTO for all SAH employees Bonuses and monthly recognition for outstanding nanny performance Opportunities for advancement in your childcare career Mileage reimbursement for eligible backup care shifts Paid trainings, including CPR certification, at no cost to our nannies Team-building events with other like-minded childcare professionals
Provide engaging, age-appropriate activities that support children’s growth and development Assist elderly clients with daily living activities including personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, and companionship Create a warm, safe, and comfortable environment for every child and adult in your care Build professional relationships with families and clients to deliver high-quality, personalized care Communicate openly with families, clients, and our SAH team to ensure consistency and support Respond to the emotional, social, and physical needs of each individual, keeping safety and well-being top of mind Provide transportation for outings, activities, appointments, and errands, ensuring clients and children arrive safely and on time Be willing and able to travel up to 60 miles to serve clients and families across the greater Grand Rapids and Battle Creek areas
Love Others – Treat every child, family, and teammate like a loved one Positivity – Bring optimism and warmth to every interaction Perseverance – Handle challenges calmly and professionally to ensure successful outcomes Authenticity – Be genuine in your intentions, wants, and needs
If you are a care professional who is passionate about supporting children and elderly individuals, thrives in a supportive environment, and loves creating meaningful experiences for those in your care, Safe at Home is your perfect fit. Join our team and help families and individuals thrive while making a lasting impact in your community.
Kennedy Care is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of the Kennedy Care family to do their part to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included, and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve.
Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for always striving to create an inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.
Must be at least 18 years of age High School Diploma or equivalent 2+ years of childcare experience Outstanding communication skills An undeniable positive, can-do attitude Valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation Proof of Auto Registration and Insurance Maintain availability for at least two full weekdays (Monday–Friday). A full day is defined as a minimum of eight hours of consecutive availability between 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Market context
In Michigan, child and senior care roles often see steady demand because families and care settings need dependable support across weekdays, evenings, and transportation-related tasks. This type of role is competitive when candidates bring childcare experience, a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and schedule flexibility; the listed medical, dental, vision, PTO, and paid training can help offset the hourly rate. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits carefully to save time, then confirm your weekday availability and transportation before applying.