Role Overview

The Lead Caregiver serves as a shift leader in a senior care environment, ensuring high-quality, consistent resident care while mentoring and supporting the caregiving team.

Responsibilities include leading shift assignments, managing attendance, providing hands-on assistance with activities of daily living (ADL), coaching staff on care standards, reviewing charting to ensure alignment with individual care plans, monitoring resident changes, and communicating concerns promptly.

Additionally, the role involves supporting onboarding, mentoring new team members, and promoting safety, compliance, and smooth shift transitions.

Qualifications & Skills:

• High School Diploma or GED; age 18+
• CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications
• Strong communication, delegation, and decision-making skills
• Experience in assisted living, memory care, or senior care

This role combines hands-on caregiving with frontline leadership, exemplifying professionalism, accountability, and compassionate service.