Lead Caregiver & Field Supervisor — Mentorship & Training

Assisting Hands Irvine & Dana Point; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Assisting Hands Irvine & Dana Point is seeking a Lead Caregiver / Field Supervisor to support delivery of high-quality non-medical home care. You will coach and mentor caregivers, conduct supervisory visits, assist with client reassessments, and respond to staffing emergencies.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of professional caregiving, strong leadership, and excellent communication. Must have a California driver’s license, CPR/First Aid, and be willing to travel within the Irvine & Dana Point

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of professional caregiving experience; preferably experience with seniors, dementia/Alzheimer's care, mobility assistance, and personal care.
• CNA preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and a genuine interest in mentoring and developing other caregivers.
• Strong understanding of non-medical home care services, client safety, fall prevention, and appropriate caregiver boundaries.
• Experience working with older adults and individuals with changing physical or cognitive needs.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and address caregiver performance concerns professionally.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and recognize when issues require management intervention.
• Reliable transportation, valid California driver's license, and current automobile insurance.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Must meet applicable California Department of Social Services requirements, including background clearance and HCA registration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate first visit orientation with caregivers.
• Schedule client supervisory visits and caregiver observations.
• Conducts caregiver training in the field as needed.
• Provides input for client reassessments and family follow-ups.
• Caregiver coaching and skills development.
• Emergency hands-on shift coverage and direct client care, as needed.
• Rotational on-call as scheduled evenings and weekends.
• Periodic office meetings and coordination with agency management.
• The position requires regular travel to client homes throughout the Assisting Hands Irvine & Dana Point service area.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Organization

Judgment

Driving

First Aid/CPR

Background checks

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CNA preferred

Job description

Assisting Hands Irvine & Dana Point is seeking a Lead Caregiver / Field Supervisor to support delivery of high-quality non-medical home care. You will coach and mentor caregivers, conduct supervisory visits, assist with client reassessments, and respond to staffing emergencies.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of professional caregiving, strong leadership, and excellent communication. Must have a California driver’s license, CPR/First Aid, and be willing to travel within the Irvine & Dana Point