Cuidador principal

HomeWell Care Services WI323; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Paid time off

Job summary

HomeWell Care Services Madison is seeking a dependable Lead Caregiver/CNA to join our growing team. This hands-on leadership role blends direct client care with caregiver support and on-call rotation in clients' homes.

You will mentor teammates, help with onboarding, coordinate coverage, and ensure high-quality, consistent care across assignments.

The ideal candidate has a CNA or equivalent experience, excellent communication, reliability, and flexibility to evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred; equivalent professional caregiving experience will be considered.
• Previous experience in home care or a healthcare setting.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while providing leadership and support to a team.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to client homes.
• Willingness to participate in rotating on-call responsibilities and assist with occasional additional shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, hands-on personal care and companionship to clients in their homes.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, transfers, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and medication reminders.
• Build positive relationships with clients and their families while following individualized care plans.
• Assist with training and onboarding new caregivers, demonstrating proper care techniques, agency procedures, and best practices.
• Serve as a resource and mentor for fellow caregivers by providing guidance and support.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule, including evenings and weekends, to help address staffing changes and caregiver callouts.
• Assist with arranging replacement coverage and provide hands-on shift coverage when necessary.
• Communicate client needs, changes in condition, and concerns to office staff.
• Help maintain consistent, quality care across client assignments.

Skills

Leadership

Compassion

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Independence

Education

CNA certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Paid time off

HomeWell Care Services Madison is looking for a dependable, compassionate, and experienced Lead Caregiver/CNA to join our growing team. We are seeking someone who takes pride in providing quality care, demonstrates strong leadership skills, and enjoys supporting both clients and fellow caregivers.

This is a hands-on leadership position that combines direct client care with caregiver support, rotating on-call responsibilities, and assistance with unexpected staffing needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, hands-on personal care and companionship to clients in their homes.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, transfers, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and medication reminders.
• Build positive relationships with clients and their families while following individualized care plans.
• Assist with training and onboarding new caregivers, demonstrating proper care techniques, agency procedures, and best practices.
• Serve as a resource and mentor for fellow caregivers by providing guidance and support.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule, including evenings and weekends, to help address staffing changes and caregiver callouts.
• Assist with arranging replacement coverage and provide hands‑on shift coverage when necessary.
• Communicate client needs, changes in condition, and concerns to office staff.
• Help maintain consistent, quality care across client assignments.

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred; equivalent professional caregiving experience will be considered.
• Previous experience in home care or a healthcare setting.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while providing leadership and support to a team.
• Dependable, flexible, and comfortable adapting to changing client and staffing needs.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to client homes.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of caregiving.
• Willingness to participate in rotating on-call responsibilities and assist with occasional additional shifts, including evenings and weekends.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Supportive and approachable office team.
• Opportunities for additional leadership responsibilities.
• Meaningful work making a difference in the lives of seniors and individuals needing assistance.

Join a team that values its caregivers and believes in providing trusted care with true compassion.