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Why Join Team Dobie?

We’re glad you’re here! By choosing to apply at Dobie, you’re choosing to work at Mid Michigan’s premier provider of choice for memory care, long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, and wellness. Dobie has been a part of the Mid-Michigan community for over 175 years, and we take pride in our reputation as the area’s leading team for delivering quality care and service to our greatest generations.

Perks of joining Team Dobie:

  • Top wages
  • 12 hour shifts (differential pay for midnight shift)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Defined contribution retirement through the Municipal Employees Retirement System (MERS) with 3 year vesting
  • Optional 401K retirement and 457 deferred compensation plans through Nationwide
  • Voluntary benefit options including long term disability, short term disability, etc.
  • Health, vision and dental insurance
  • On the CATA bus line
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Work/Life balance weekend only schedule options
  • On-site 24-hour fitness center free for staff members and their family
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Set Schedules
  • State of the art private room/bath short term rehabilitation center
  • 3/4 mile paved wellness trail
  • Employee discount program through HPS
  • Sparrow & McLaren Greater Lansing Preferred Provider

At Dobie, we value our heroes and the work they do.  We aim to attract and retain the best talent available.

With us, you can build a career in a friendly environment that fully embraces its mission, vision, and values.  If you are someone who is dedicated to improving lives, we’re ready to welcome you aboard our team! See below for reasons our staff say they love working here!

Current Openings On Our Team

General Application

Use this link to submit an application for any positions not listed below. 

  • Depends upon the job being applied for. 
  • Depends upon the job being applied for.

Ready to make a difference?

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -

Provide high quality care and services for the residents and patients; document and communicate care and services; work under the direction of a Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse.  Dobie is a community non-profit resident centered building with experienced CNA Preceptors ready to welcome you with an excellent benefit package, opportunities for growth, and a free gym membership in a fun, family focused team.

 

We look forward to meeting you!

Ready to make a difference with compassionate care?

Dining Services

Assists with meal preparation, checking trays for accuracy, delivering, and picking up of meal trays, washing dishes, assisting patients with tray setup, and conducting rounds for resident satisfaction.

Ready to make a difference through hospitality and service?

Nurses - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) & Registered Nurse (RN)

Coordinates, directs, delegates, and provides resident care.  Serves as team leader for CNAs, provides services within the scope of their license, certification, or registration, and participates in the inter-disciplinary care planning process.  Work for an engaged DON with over 20+ years of experience at a community non-profit in a fun, family focused team.  

  • Depends upon the job being applied for.
  • Active license as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered nurse.
  • Must possess and maintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. 
  • Works in resident rooms and at the unit nursing station with exposure to noise and unpleasant odors.
  • Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other infectious diseases.
  • Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals and materials.
  • Unpredictable mealtimes: breaks are scheduled around resident care needs.

Ready to make a difference with compassionate care?​

Resident Aide - We will pay for your CNA Certification Course and Exam!

Have you dreamed of becoming a CNA and being able to improve people’s lives on a daily basis? Dobie Road is hiring for Resident Aides.

The goal of our Resident Assistant program is to provide an enriching environment for our residents while gaining hands on experience working in a long term care setting. Once you have been in the position for about 6 months, we will pay for your CNA Certification course and exam!


Under the direction of the Therapeutic Activities Director, Education Coordinator and/or Staff Nurses provides limited supportive care for residents.

  • Washes resident’s face and hands prior to and after meals, places clothing protectors on residents.
  • Assists with place mats and silverware on dining tables and serves resident meals. Busses dining tables after resident meals are completed.
  • Assists with bussing tables after meals / collecting room trays
  • Assist with dining: feeding, cueing- will need training/competency completed in advance
  • Daily assignments will include:
    • Assists with passing supplements and ice waters.
    • Assists with straightening rooms, cleaning bedside stands and closets.
    • Polishing resident’s nails.
    • Distributing resident mail.
    • Assist with re-stock pantry with straws/cups and re-stock resident rooms with gloves as needed.
    • Answering call lights and notifying appropriate staff of assistance needed. Ensuring call lights and water are within reach at all times.
    • Transporting residents throughout the Facility for appointments, visits and activities, etc.
    • Assist with serving resident meals, food acceptance and busing tables.
    • Assist with overseeing / Instructing small groups
    • Conduct 1:1 visits with the residents
    • Record activity participation daily
    • Assist with planning / implementing special events.
  • Communicate to Nurse assigned to the unit any changes in resident status, needs and concerns.
  • Works cooperatively with other staff members, which includes sharing information and assisting as needed.
  • All other duties as assigned.

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Social Services (Licensed Social Worker, Social Services Associate, Social Services Director)

Under the supervision of the Social Services Director, writes and updates social service care plans using the Minimum Data Set assessment system, assists patients and family in the Facility adjustment process, provides counseling and problem solving services and performs discharge planning.  Participates in interdisciplinary care planning and medical team meetings.

  • Depends upon the job being applied for. 
  • Depends upon the job being applied for.

Works in the office, patient rooms and other locations throughout the Facility.

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Housekeeping and Laundry Manager

By choosing to apply at Dobie, you’re choosing to work at Mid Michigan’s premier provider of choice for memory care, long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, and wellness. Dobie has been a part of the Okemos community for 175 years, and we take pride in our reputation as the area’s leading team for delivering quality care and service to our greatest generations.

Responsible for giving direction, motivation, and guidance to the Housekeeping and Laundry Department to accomplish established standards to meet or exceed customer satisfaction.

  • Promotes a customer services mindset at all times to both internal and external customers.
  • Responds to all requests from customers with a can do attitude.
  • Follows up on requests with a sense of urgency.
  • Responsible for leading, delegating and implementing established department procedures and programs that meet goals and ensure a clean and safe environment.
  • Ensures that the department stays within budget when ordering equipment and supplies.
  • Creates, distributes and maintains all necessary reports and documentation for the department.
  • Ensures work assignments and schedules meet department and facility needs to maintain quality standards.
  • Ensures department training programs are being conducted within appropriate time frames.
  • Oversees all departmental QAPI projects and/or customer service initiatives.
  • Interacts in a tactful, diplomatic and humanistic manner with residents, families, visitors, and coworkers in order to provide a safe, efficient and therapeutically caring environment which ensures the self-respect, personal dignity rights and physical safety of each resident and Facility guest.
  • Knows all procedures, union agreement and meets all regulatory requirements.
  • Maintains a safe work environment for all internal and external customers, including management of SDS sheets.
  • Is available to respond to emergencies outside of normal business hours.
  • Education: Bachelors of Science/Bachelors of Arts in related fields , or minimum 5 years of experience in laundry and linen management along with a high school diploma.

Ready to make a difference through hospitality and service?

Maintenance Technician

Job Type: Full-time

Team Dobie is looking to hire a Maintenance Technician, to assist with performing ongoing facility maintenance and completing repairs on equipment. Duties include fixing machinery, plumbing, heating and wiring, inspecting buildings to confirm safety standards and scheduling major repairs.

  • Performing routine maintenance around the building such as fixing structural damage, for example, window, door or wall repair
  • Repairing broken or leaking plumbing to avoid water damage and restore full use of water fixtures
  • Working on damaged electrical wiring when a shortage or severed wire occurs
  • Maintaining the building HVAC equipment in order to keep climate control in the facility functioning properly
  • Applying preventative measures to the building to reduce the risk of future problems, such as using a sealant on a flat roof
  • Fixing potential safety hazards to avoid injuries
  • Painting the building when old paint has become faded or chipped

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Dining Supervisor

Responsible for giving direction, motivation and guidance to the Dining Services Department to accomplish established standards to meet or exceed customer satisfaction.

  • Accountable for operations in the department and reports to the Director of Dining & Environmental Services.
  • Promotes a customer services mindset at all times to both internal and external customers.
  • Responds to all requests from customers with a can do attitude. Follows up on requests with a sense of urgency.
  • View everything with a process improvement mindset.
  • Responsible for leading, delegating and implementing established department procedures and programs.
  • Performs rounds in dining rooms daily to ensure staff and residents have everything they need for optimal meal service.
  • Creates, distributes and maintains all necessary reports and documentation for the department.
  • Recruits and develops personnel, ensures work assignments and schedules meet department and facility needs to maintain quality standards.
  • Coordinates, reports, and posts schedules of hourly staff.
  • Notifies appropriate personnel of call-ins and assists with securing coverage.
  • Maintains accurate attendance records and notifies management of attendance-related issues.
  • Accurately enters and maintains data relative to scheduling using company software programs.
  • Ensures department training programs are being conducted within appropriate time frames.
  • Oversees departmental QAPI projects and/or customer service initiatives.
  • Interacts in a tactful, diplomatic and humanistic manner with residents, families, visitor, and coworkers in order to provide a safe, efficient and therapeutically caring environment which ensures the self-respect, personal dignity rights and physical safety of each resident and Facility guest.
  • Knows all procedures, union agreement and meets all regulatory requirements.
  • Maintains a sanitary and safe work environment for all internal and external customers.
  • Is available to respond to emergencies outside of normal business hours.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor degree in Dietetics, Foodservice, or Hospitality preferred; CDM or minimum 5 years of experience in dining services along with a high school diploma.

Current ServSafe Certification required or obtained within the first year of employment.

Experience:  Three years proven work experience in a leadership role within the skilled nursingsetting preferred.

Other Requirements: The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in the job description. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job related selection or promotional criteria.

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Door Screeners (Temporary Part-Time)

Pay: $10.00 – $12.00 per hour

  • Educates those desiring to enter facilities on the practices and protocols for entry
  • Enforce face covering protocol
  • Enforce social distancing guidelines
  • Screening Employees and visitors for COVID related symptoms, by asking CDC questions
  • Provides superior customer service
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to portray a warm, friendly, and inviting personality when interacting with others.
  • Able to practice conflict management

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Afternoon Unit Manager, RN (2:00 - 10:30 PM)

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, assists in the Nursing Department program planning, goal setting and policy formulation. Directs the operation of the Nursing Units and disciplines, evaluates and supervises nursing personnel.

  • Current license in the State of Michigan as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
  • Two years long term care experience.
  • Two years supervisory experience.
  • Ability to:
    • lift up to 50 pounds
    • transfer residents weighing up to 300 pounds
    • push/pull wheeled carts and chairs weighing up to 300 pounds
    • discern subtle changes in resident condition
    • communicate effectively with residents, employees, families and physicians

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Director of Nursing - Long Term Care

Under the direction of the Administrator is responsible for planning and directing nursing services. Responsible for establishing and monitoring the standards of quality of care, developing and implementing nursing policies and procedures, evaluating changes or additions in nursing services, managing the resident nursing care data base and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations related to nursing care.

  •  Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred.
  • Five years’ experience in long term care management.
  • Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.
  • Knowledge of computers and software.

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Temporary Clinical Dietician

Under the general direction of the Director of Dining Services, assesses resident nutritional needs, develops and updates nutritional care plans for each resident and completes necessary records in the resident chart.

  • Upon admission of a resident assesses individual nutritional needs using in part the Minimum Data Set care elements and guidelines as specified by HCFA, assesses food preference and develops nutritional care plan.

  • Conducts periodic reassessment of residents as required by Public Health Regulation.

  • Attends interdisciplinary care planning conference on admission of a resident.

  • Documents in the resident chart notations on resident interactions, food preferences and assessments.

  • Responsible for approving cycle of menus which provides nutritious and appetizing meals.

  • Participates in Facility committee and multi-disciplinary meetings as required by State regulations.

  • Recommends and conducts in-service training on dietetic topics for staff when needed.

  • Recommends assistive devices to enable residents to feed themselves when appropriate.

  • Develops, reviews and implements nutritional care policies and procedure as needed.

  • Works with third party Company to qualify Medicare Part B residents for reimbursement of tube feeding formula. 

The primary purpose of the job description is to aid in establishing a pay grade for this job classification.  Only those duties and responsibilities necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included.  This list is not all inclusive of the total scope of the job duties to be performed.

  • Bachelor’s Degree in dietetics or nutrition.
  • Current registration as a Dietitian by the American Dietetics Association.
  • Experience in therapeutic diets, nutritional assessments and resident counseling preferably in a long-term care setting.

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Speech-Language Pathologist

Under the direction of the Director of Rehabilitation and indirectly with the Outpatient Therapy and Wellness Administrator, aids in the restoration and enhancement of independent function or maximizes independence and function in those individuals whose living status has been compromised by illness and/or injury. Evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other interdisciplinary team members, and documents services in the medical record.

  • Provides resident/patient treatment which meets their needs, and uses current treatment knowledge in accordance with the Facility clinical procedures.
  • Provides accurate, complete and clear documentation in accordance with the Facility’s policies and procedures, regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements.
  • Consistently demonstrate the Facility’s interdisciplinary approach to resident/patient care.
  • Works within outpatient therapy clinic as needed.
  • Contributes to professional development of self and others.
  • Aids in building and maintaining the Facility’s reputation as a professional member of staff.
  • Demonstrates safe working practices.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
  • Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology from an accredited university.
  • Two to three years’ experience in a skill nursing facility rehab environment preferred.
  • Current Speech-Language Pathology License for State of Michigan.
  • ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred.
  • ASHA Clinical Fellowship (CFY) with clinical contact prearranged.
  • Current State of Michigan driver’s license for off-site job responsibilities.
  • Knowledge of computers and software.
  • Experience with developing care plans.

Physical Therapist

Under the direction of the Director of Rehabilitation and indirectly with the Outpatient Therapy and Wellness Administrator, aids in the restoration and enhancement of independent function or maximizes independence and function in those individuals whose living status has been compromised by illness and/or injury. Evaluates and treats patients, communicates with families, physicians and other interdisciplinary team members, and documents services in the medical record.

  • Provides resident/patient treatment which meets their needs, and uses current treatment knowledge in accordance with the Facility clinical procedures.
  • Provides accurate, complete and clear documentation in accordance with the Facility’s policies and procedures, regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements.
  • Consistently demonstrate the Facility’s interdisciplinary approach to resident/patient care.
  • Works within outpatient therapy clinic as needed.
  • Contributes to professional development of self and others.
  • Aids in building and maintaining the Facility’s reputation as a professional member of staff. This includes but is not limited to:
  • Demonstrates safe working practices.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
The primary purpose of the job description is to aid in establishing a pay grade for this job classification.  Only those duties and responsibilities necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included.  This list is not inclusive of the total scope of the job duties to be performed.
  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university.
  • Two to three years’ experience in a skill nursing facility rehab environment preferred.
  • Current Physical Therapist License for State of Michigan.
  • Current State of Michigan driver’s license for off-site job responsibilities.
  • Knowledge of computers and software.
  • Experience with developing care plans.

Compliance Manager

  • Supports effective implementation and ongoing execution of Company policies, programs, and regulatory operating requirements
  • Serves as the point person during the survey process and maintain the survey preparedness manual
  • Develops, reviews and implements the monitoring of plans of correction and post survey preparedness
  • Supervise/oversee the Investigation Team
  • Flexibility of schedule to support the different shifts
  • Analyze unusual occurrence reports for trends and support team with risk reduction steps
  • Routine rounding with supportive team coaching and response to deficient findings
  • Supports the ongoing development and execution of Risk & Compliance initiatives
  • Assist with developing action plans with department leaders as identified through audits
  • Preparing reports to communicate risk and compliance priorities to the CEO and COO
  • Greets and communicates in a manner consistent with the Facility’s mission, values and standards of behavior; follows established policies for confidentiality.
  • Effectively communicates quality departmental and organizational information to staff.
  • Attains all agreed to goals and objectives within specified time frames.
  • Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
  • Guides Departmental decisions on interventions, corrective action plans, and Performance Improvement Projects (PIP).
  • Develops and maintains a working knowledge of the practice and techniques of project management in order to manage and update program requirements.
  • Possesses the ability to analyze, review, and evaluate data; identifying appropriate guidelines to solve problems and removing barriers to their implementation. Participates with data management/analytics/reporting/trending for ongoing and evolving preferred provider reporting, payer needs, regulatory/5-Star requirements, etc…
  • Engages in continuous study of the entire professional field, including best practices, to maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

  • Demonstrates understanding and the ability to execute quality assurance, risk management, licensing body regulations outlined by state and federal regulations
  • Performs all job duties with a friendly positive and team-oriented approach
  • Degree from an accredited college or university: RN, LPN, RD,NHA,SW
  • 2 years Long Term Care experience.
  • Must possess a comprehensive understanding and experience with the regulatory process
  • Must have a valid driver’s license

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are intended to represent the minimum levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in the job description.  It is assumed the incumbent must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform all the duties and responsibilities listed in the job description. The knowledge, skills and abilities should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment standards but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection criteria.

This is an exempt position as defined by the Federal Labor Standards Act.

IT Support Specialist

Under the direction of the Information Technology Manager, provides end user support and assists with implementing the technological goals and objectives of the facility including a strong emphasis on remote device support and management.

  • Work with and support multiple contracted vendors including assisting with quoting projects.
  • Provide general IT support and IT projects in coordination with various departments utilizing specific hardware/software.
  • Utilize and assist in maintaining ticketing system to track, support, and complete service requests.
  • Provide general support all IT hardware and software for facility including printers and technology based related facility applications such as phone systems, nurse call systems, website management, security systems, camera systems, audio/visual equipment, environmental control systems, and patient care devices.
  • Provide mobile device support and maintain MDM management of mobile devices and phones.
  • Assist with maintaining inventory of IT hardware and software licensing.
  • Assist with preventative maintenance of hardware and software including: audits, cleaning, labeling, replacement, and updating.
  • Deliver basic end user training on standard applications and hardware.
  • Create, review, update, and manage documentation of IT policies and procedures.
  • Other duties may be assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
  • Thorough knowledge of personal computer systems and desktop operating systems.
  • Basic knowledge of networking and server administration.
  • Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints, as well as deal appropriately with emotional customer service situations.
  • Ability to manage priorities, working both independently and within a team.
  • Candidates must have a strong customer service focus.
  • Candidates must have the temperament to work under pressure in a demanding and changing environment.
  • Two to Four-year college degree is preferred or at least 4 years of relevant IT experience.
  • Candidates should show evidence of an inclination towards continuous learning and may need to acquire further training.
  • Technical certifications are a plus, and ongoing pursuit will be encouraged.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.
  • Ability to lift and transport equipment up to 75 pounds such as computers and peripherals is required.
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers is required to operate computer keyboards and to handle other computer components.
  • Flexible 40-hour workweek as needed to meet requirements of position; including off shift and/or weekends/holidays as required.
  • Subject to frequent interruptions.
  • Works in patient rooms, classroom, office, and other areas throughout the facility with potential for exposure to communicable disease, falls, burns, odors, etc.
  • Frequent communication with management personnel and staff.
  • Must be able to understand and comply with HIPAA regulations and complete required annual in servicing.
  • Annual performance evaluation conducted by the Information Technology Manager.

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are intended to represent the minimum levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in the job description.  It is assumed the incumbent must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform all the duties and responsibilities listed in the job description. The knowledge, skills and abilities should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment standards but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection criteria.

This is an exempt position as defined by the Federal Labor Standards Act.