Caregiver (Med Tech Certified)

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Lead Caregiver who will serve as a shift leader, ensuring exceptional resident care while coaching and supporting the caregiving team. You will lead shift assignments, manage attendance, and coordinate coverage.

Hands-on ADL support, coaching on quality and documentation, and reviewing ISP-aligned charting are a core part of the role. The ideal candidate has CPR/First Aid and Medication Administration certifications, strong communication, delegation,

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead shift assignments, manage attendance, and coordinate coverage.
• Provide hands-on assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL).
• Coach caregivers on quality, hospitality, and documentation standards.
• Review charting to ensure alignment with Individualized Service Plans (ISP).
• Monitor resident changes and communicate concerns promptly.
• Support onboarding and mentor new team members.
• Promote safety, compliance, and smooth shift transitions.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Medication Administration

Communication skills

Delegation

Decision-making

Experience in senior care

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

The Lead Caregiver serves as a shift leader, ensuring exceptional resident care while coaching and supporting the caregiving team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead shift assignments, manage attendance, and coordinate coverage
• Provide hands-on assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL)
• Coach caregivers on quality, hospitality, and documentation standards
• Review charting to ensure alignment with Individualized Service Plans (ISP)
• Monitor resident changes and communicate concerns promptly
• Support onboarding and mentor new team members
• Promote safety, compliance, and smooth shift transitions

The role combines direct caregiving with frontline leadership, modeling professionalism, accountability, and compassionate service.

Qualifications & Skills:

• High School Diploma/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