Caregiver (Med Tech Certification Required)

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Lead Caregiver to act as a shift leader in a senior care setting, ensuring high-quality, consistent resident care while mentoring the caregiving team.

You will lead shift assignments, monitor attendance, provide hands-on ADL support, coach staff on care standards, review charting for alignment with individual care plans, monitor resident changes, and communicate concerns promptly. Onboarding and safety compliance duties complete the role.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead shift assignments and manage attendance.
• Provide hands-on assistance with activities of daily living (ADL).
• Coach staff on care standards and review charting for plan alignment.
• Monitor resident changes and communicate concerns promptly.
• Support onboarding, mentor new team members, and promote safety and compliance.

Skills

Communication

Delegation

Decision-making

Leadership

Senior care experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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.