Lead Caregiver

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Lead Caregiver to join our team and provide exceptional support to residents in various care settings. As a Lead Caregiver, you will play a vital role in overseeing daily care activities, mentoring team members, and ensuring that residents receive personalized, respectful, and high-quality care. Your leadership will foster a nurturing environment where residents feel valued, safe, and empowered to maintain their independence. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with diverse needs, including seniors, those with developmental disabilities, and residents requiring memory or dementia care.

Duties

• Lead and coordinate caregiving activities for residents, ensuring all personal care needs are met with compassion and professionalism
• Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility assistance, and toileting
• Monitor and record vital signs, medication administration, and health status updates using Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems
• Support residents with specialized care needs including Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, memory care, and behavioral management strategies
• Supervise and mentor caregiving staff, providing guidance on best practices in assisted living, home & community care, and long-term care environments
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning resident areas and common spaces
• Drive residents to appointments or outings when required while adhering to safety protocols

Requirements

• Proven experience in senior care, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home & community care settings
• Knowledge of first aid procedures and emergency response protocols
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or developmental challenges; familiarity with behavior management techniques
• Ability to assist with ADLs and provide personal care with empathy and respect for resident dignity
• Strong understanding of vital signs monitoring, medication administration, dementia care, and Alzheimer’s support strategies
• Prior experience using EMR systems for documentation; group home or retirement home experience is highly desirable
• Valid driver’s license for transportation duties; ability to operate Hoyer lifts or other mobility aids preferred
• Excellent communication skills; ability to lead a team effectively while maintaining positive resident relationships

Join us as a Lead Caregiver if you’re passionate about making a difference through caregiving excellence! We value energetic professionals who thrive on building trustful relationships with residents while supporting their health and well-being. This paid position offers the chance to grow your skills in a dynamic environment dedicated to compassionate long-term care.

Pay: $25.00 - $26.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $26