Lead Caregiver

Job Description

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. Make Lives Better, Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.

Full suite of health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status. Base pay will be determined by applicant skills and experience. The role is also eligible for team‑based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefit‑eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits such as  protection and pet insurance

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company‑provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, legal plan)
• Tuition reimbursement

Veterans, transitioning active‑duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N‑400) application costs, up to $725 (less applicable taxes and withholding), for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of posting.

• Provides direct care to clients following an individual service plan; treats each client with respect and dignity, recognizes individual needs, and encourages independence.
• Fosters a homelike atmosphere throughout the community and serves as a resource to other staff members.
• Alternates on‑call with the agency manager and is responsible for staffing coverage.
• Assists clients with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, and transportation to activities and meals) while encouraging self‑care.
• Encourages clients to socialize, participate in planned activities, and develop friendships with other clients.
• Maintains client records daily in a timely manner in accordance with company policy.
• Assists clients with medications as defined in the medication procedure and with pet care as needed.
• Provides transportation to doctor’s appointments and other errands.
• Maintains client confidentiality and communicates effectively with clients, families, and the collaborative team.
• Notifies the agency manager of any change in a client’s condition or status; assists with admission of new clients on BAH services.
• Assists the agency manager with schedule changes in the BAH scheduling system.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for clients, performing general housekeeping and following cleaning schedules for laundry, bedrooms, dining areas, living spaces, bathrooms, kitchen, etc.
• Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly to client requests for assistance (pull cords, phone calls).
• Contacts other caregivers to fill vacancies in the schedule.
• Assumes supervisory role in the absence of the agency manager, directing client care staff and problem resolution.
• Assists staff with training and orientation.
• Covers BAH cases when care associates cannot be secured.
• Manages on‑call/after‑office hours and weekend business needs as assigned.

This description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above position and is not intended to be a comprehensive list.

Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED preferred, with 3–6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Familiarity with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office and e‑mail; basic typing skills required. Knowledge of using a mouse, printer, scanner, and fax machine desired. One year of direct service…