The On-Call Lead Caregiver serves as a senior caregiver who supports and leads the caregiving team while remaining available to fill open or emergency shifts as needed. This role combines hands-on client care with leadership responsibilities, ensuring continuity of care, staff support, and high service standards at all times.
Key Responsibilities
Caregiver Coverage & On-Call Support
- Remain on-call during assigned hours to cover call-offs, last-minute schedule changes, and emergency shifts
- Step in to provide direct care when coverage is needed, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required
- Ensure smooth shift transitions and continuity of care for clients
Leadership & Team Support
- Serve as a lead point of contact for caregivers during shifts
- Provide guidance, direction, and support to caregivers in the field
- Model professional behavior, strong work ethic, and compassionate care
- Assist with onboarding, shadowing, and mentoring new caregivers
Client Care & Quality Assurance
- Deliver high-quality personal care services in accordance with care plans
- Monitor care quality and report concerns or changes in client condition to management
- Address caregiver or client issues in real time and escalate when necessary
Communication & Documentation
- Communicate clearly with scheduling staff, supervisors, and caregivers
- Document shift coverage, incidents, and client updates accurately and timely
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with all company policies and state regulations
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years experience as a professional caregiver (home care preferred)
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel between client locations
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Flexible availability and willingness to work on short notice
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Ability to pass background check and meet state licensing requirements
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift, transfer, and assist clients as required
- Ability to stand, walk, and perform caregiving duties for extended periods
Schedule & Availability
- On-call status during assigned days/hours
- Must be available to cover shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate (higher than standard caregiver rate)
- On-call stipend or bonus (if applicable)
- Opportunities for advancement and leadership growth
Since 2004, Executive Home Care has been a critical resource for families looking for in-home care for their loved ones.
Executive Home Care provides outstanding training and benefits for the caregivers we place. The professional development of our staff is important to our clients; they want to know that their caregiver is skilled, knowledgeable, and experienced in the field.
Additionally, our caregivers enjoy attractive benefits in addition to the features of the job that make it inherently rewarding. When you put the two together, you get a winning combination that makes for a great job with incredible long-term potential.
Executive Home Care is currently hiring dedicated, compassionate people who enjoy helping others. As a professional caregiver, you will provide direct care to seniors who need a little help with everyday living.Experience in healthcare is not necessary, and all training is provided.
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