Lead Caregiver & Shift Leader in Senior Living

Sunrise Senior Living; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off (PTO), sick time, andh

myFlexPay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living in Metairie, LA is seeking a Lead Caregiver to guide the caregiving team and ensure high-quality resident care. You will lead shift assignments, provide hands-on ADL support, coach teammates, and monitor charts and ISP alignment.

This role requires a High School Diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid and Medication Administration certs, strong communication and decision-making skills, and experience in assisted living or memory care.

Qualifications

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

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

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Sunrise Senior Living in Metairie, LA is seeking a Lead Caregiver to guide the caregiving team and ensure high-quality resident care. You will lead shift assignments, provide hands-on ADL support, coach teammates, and monitor charts and ISP alignment.

This role requires a High School Diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid and Medication Administration certs, strong communication and decision-making skills, and experience in assisted living or memory care.