Lead Caregiver Role Overview
Responsibilities include:
- Leading shift assignments, managing attendance, and coordinating coverage
- Providing hands-on assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL)
- Coaching caregivers on quality, hospitality, and documentation standards
- Reviewing charting and ensuring alignment with Individualized Service Plans (ISP)
- Monitoring resident changes and communicating concerns promptly
- Supporting onboarding and mentoring new team members
- Promoting safety, compliance, and smooth shift transitions
Qualifications and Skills:
- High School Diploma/GED, age 18+
- CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications
- Strong communication, delegation, and decision-making abilities
- Experience in assisted living, memory care, or senior care settings
Key Attributes: A combination of frontline caregiving and leadership, modeling professionalism, accountability, and compassionate service.