Lead Caregiver (CHHA or CNA Required)

Sunrise Senior Living; Northville Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

myFlexPay

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking a Lead Caregiver in North Carolina to serve as shift leader, providing hands-on resident care while guiding the caregiving team. The role combines frontline caregiving with leadership responsibilities and requires a compassionate, professional approach.

The position emphasizes safety, documentation quality, and ongoing mentoring of new staff; benefits and competitive compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications beneficial.
• Strong communication, delegation and decision-making skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift assignments, manage attendance and coordinate coverage.
• Provide hands-on ADL support when needed.
• Coach caregivers on quality, hospitality and documentation standards.
• Review charting and ensure alignment with ISP.
• Monitor resident changes and communicate concerns promptly.
• Support onboarding and mentor new team members.
• Promote safety, compliance and smooth shift transitions.

Skills

Strong communication

Delegation

Decision-making

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Why Join Sunrise Senior Living

At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day. At Sunrise Senior Living, we champion the quality of life for all seniors.

As a Lead Caregiver, you serve as the shift leader, ensuring exceptional, consistent resident care while coaching and supporting the caregiving team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead shift assignments, manage attendance, and coordinate coverage
• Provide hands‑on ADL support when needed
• Coach caregivers on quality, hospitality, and documentation standards
• Review charting and 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

You are both a working caregiver and a frontline leader modeling professionalism, accountability, and compassionate service.

What We’re Looking For

• 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

Lead Caregiver – Grow Your Career While Leading Compassionate Care

Lead Caregiver | Assisted Living | Senior Care Leadership Pay Range: 19.65 ‑ 24.65

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
• Tuition Reimbursement

In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non‑discretionary bonuses.

The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.

Some benefits have eligibility requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

At Sunrise Senior Living, we are united by a mission to champion quality of life for all seniors, and we believe we shine brightest when we support one another and those we serve.