Lead Caregiver: Team Leader for Compassionate Care

Sunrise Senior Living; Mountainside (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement Savings Plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living seeks a Lead Caregiver to serve as shift leader and provide high-quality resident care. You will coach the caregiving team, coordinate coverage, and ensure adherence to care plans, while maintaining compassionate, professional service.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications, plus experience in assisted living or memory care. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and mission-driven care.

Qualifications

• Must have CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications.
• Experience in assisted living, memory care, or senior care.
• Strong communication, delegation, and decision-making skills.
• High school diploma or GED 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

Communication

Delegation

Decision-making

Experience in senior care

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Medication Administration certification

Job description

Sunrise Senior Living seeks a Lead Caregiver to serve as shift leader and provide high-quality resident care. You will coach the caregiving team, coordinate coverage, and ensure adherence to care plans, while maintaining compassionate, professional service.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications, plus experience in assisted living or memory care. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and mission-driven care.