In-home Lead Caregiver

Job Title: Lead In-home Caregiver
Location: Grants Pass, OR
Pay: $18/hr, Guaranteed 40 hours/week
Reports to: Administrator
Status: Hourly

Position Summary:
The Lead Caregiver is an essential part of our team! This role includes performing the full range of caregiving duties and taking on additional responsibilities as a lead within the team. You will assist Care Advocates, provide guidance to other caregivers, and help with client follow-ups. We are specifically looking for two female caregivers with the ability to cover a variety of shifts. One Lead Caregiver should have availability Sunday-Thursday, and the other Tuesday-Saturday. A strong preference will be given to candidates who can provide weekend coverage, particularly Friday and Saturday OR Sunday and Monday

Key Responsibilities:

Caregiving Responsibilities:

• Provide companionship, emotional support, and engage in activities with clients.
• Escort clients to appointments, errands, and social outings.
• Shop and run errands for clients, handling their money with integrity.
• Perform routine housekeeping (dusting, vacuuming, laundry, cleaning).
• Prepare meals and provide medication reminders.
• Assist clients with personal care tasks (bathing, grooming, dressing).
• Assist clients with mobility and transfers, including using walkers, canes, or wheelchairs.
• Provide medication administration and maintain accurate medication records.
• Assist clients with daily activities, including toileting, meal planning, and personal hygiene.
• Work with clients suffering from various conditions such as dementia, Parkinson’s, stroke, and hospice care.

Care Advocate Assistant Responsibilities:

• Assist Care Advocates in training and mentoring caregivers.
• Complete assessments (30-day, 90-day) for clients.
• Ensure accurate and complete client paperwork, including care plans and medication logs.
• Handle client and caregiver issues, reporting concerns to management and scheduling.
• Support the onboarding of new caregivers and handle necessary follow-up.

In-Office Duties:

• Clean and maintain breakrooms and office spaces as needed.
• Assist with incoming calls and direct them to appropriate personnel.
• Perform general office-related tasks as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be located in Grants Pass
• Must be able to work full-time with guaranteed 40 hours, including weekends.
• Availability for either Sunday-Thursday shifts or Tuesday-Saturday shifts, with special emphasis on providing Friday and Saturday coverage.
• Must be on call 24/7 for 5 days a week, including overnight shifts unless otherwise discussed.
• Must answer phone calls within 30 minutes and be able to reach a client’s location within 30 minutes of being notified.
• Must be willing to take on any shift and visit assigned clients as part of guaranteed hours.
• Flexibility to assist Care Advocates with training, client follow-up, and office support tasks.
• Reliable, communicative, and committed to providing exceptional care.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Flexibility and willingness to take on a variety of tasks as directed by management.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to assess problems and create effective solutions.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with clients, caregivers, and team members.
• Must demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.

Job Benefits:

• $18/hr, Guaranteed 40 hours/week.
• Opportunity to work with a supportive and professional team.
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of clients.
• Paid training and career development opportunities.
• Flexibility with scheduling (pending role coverage).

To Apply:
If you're passionate about caregiving and have the leadership skills to support your team, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume along with your availability.

Note: This position requires significant flexibility and commitment to client care. Applicants must be able to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities, including assisting with caregiver training and client follow-up.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every weekend
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Application Question(s):

• PLEASE ANSWER: Do you hold a valid driver's license? If so, please indicate the month and the year of your expiration date. Additionally, do you have a reliable vehicle and active auto insurance? Are you able to provide transportation for clients when necessary?
• PLEASE ANSWER: We’d love to hear about any special skills, training, or certifications you’ve picked up along the way that make you an awesome caregiver! Feel free to share anything you think helps you shine in this role!
• PLEASE ANSWER: Are you able to commit to your scheduled shifts for the next 90 days?
• PLEASE ANSWER: As the lead caregiver, are you available to be on call five days a week, including one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday)?
• PLEASE ANSWER: Our lead caregivers start at $18/hr. Does that align with your expectation?

Work Location: On the road