Role Overview

The Lead Caregiver is responsible for guiding and supporting the caregiving team to deliver exceptional resident care in a senior living environment. This role involves leading shift assignments, managing attendance, providing hands-on assistance with activities of daily living (ADL), and ensuring compliance with care plans. The Lead Caregiver coaches team members on quality standards, documentation, and hospitality, while monitoring resident changes and communicating concerns promptly. They support onboarding and mentor new staff, promote safety and regulatory compliance, and facilitate smooth shift transitions. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications, along with strong communication, delegation, and decision-making skills. Prior experience in assisted living, memory care, or senior care is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead shift assignments and coordinate coverage
• Provide direct ADL support when needed
• Coach team members on quality, documentation, and hospitality standards
• Review charting and ensure alignment with Individualized Service Plans (ISP)
• Monitor resident health and communicate concerns
• Support onboarding and mentor new caregivers
• Promote safety, compliance, and effective shift transitions

Qualifications & Skills:

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

This role blends hands-on caregiving with frontline leadership, fostering a compassionate and professional environment to enhance residents’ quality of life.