Lead Caregiver

The Lead Caregiver/Senior Caregiver will be committed to approaching administrative tasks with tenacity and exceptional

attention to detail. Beyond basic administrative tasks and takes on multiple projects at once. Excellent work ethic and

strength in maintaining and enhancing Care Team morale. The Lead Caregiver/Senior Caregiver will ensure that clients

receive personalized service and consistent care by spending a large amount of time providing hands-on care and medication

oversight (HHA/CNA preferred). The Lead Caregiver/Senior Caregiver will direct all activities as well as provide leadership

and direction to other caregivers on the Care Team. The Lead Caregiver/Senior Caregiver will cooperate and coordinate

with outside medical help hired directly by the clients, as needed.

SKILLS:

The Lead Caregiver/Senior Caregiver must be a self-starter with excellent organizational, caregiving and problem-solving

abilities. Outstanding interpersonal communication and written skills. Must be experienced in Elder Care. Must be able to

motivate and direct other Care Team members while also providing hands-on care for about 75% of the time. The ideal

candidate will be a strong leader who has a passion for the elderly and creating a spirit of hospitality.

EXPERIENCE:

• Proven track record of success in senior housing or a healthcare setting as a caregiver

• 2+ year's experience in elder care industry

• 2+ years supervisory experience overseeing staff and processes

• Exceptional communication skills, adapting to the needs of the ever-changing audience (associates, clients, families,

community)

• Proven consultative skills to provide information, advice and guidance to clients and their families

• Superior knowledge and understanding of development factors specific to adult and geriatric clients

• Sincere desire to take the reins and have ownership, sees things through to completion, tenacious, has an intrinsic

need to do well, enthusiastically does what is necessary to get it done

• Efficiently skilled in tackling administrative and client-oriented tasks in a fast-paced working environment

• Shows effective problem solving and conflict management skills

• Handles sensitive and/or difficult issues with grace and confidence

• Remains clear-headed and focused and inspires others to do the same