Lead Care Associate
This is not a typical caregiving position. We are seeking a motivated professional who takes pride in being the dependable "go-to" member of our team—someone who enjoys variety, embraces new challenges, and is committed to ensuring every client receives uninterrupted, exceptional care.
Our Hiring Standards
Because the Lead Care Associate is a trusted representative of Care With Love, we maintain high hiring standards for this position.
Applicants are selected based on:
- Professionalism and a positive attitude
- Proven reliability and dependability
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Professional appearance and presentation
- Strong work ethic and compassion for seniors
- Quality of references from previous employers who can speak to your character, work performance, attendance, and dependability
We are looking for someone who consistently demonstrates integrity, takes pride in their work, and represents Care With Love with excellence in every client interaction.
Position Type: Full-Time
At Care With Love, our Lead Care Associates are dependable professionals who help ensure our clients continue receiving exceptional care, even when unexpected situations arise. This is a hands-on leadership role designed for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys helping others, and is passionate about improving the lives of seniors.
As a Lead Care Associate, you will serve as a flexible member of our care team by providing direct client care, covering caregiver call-offs, supporting new client starts, representing Care With Love in the community, and engaging seniors through meaningful activities and companionship.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, high-quality in-home care to senior clients.
- Cover caregiver call-offs and last-minute scheduling needs.
- Travel to clients throughout Winchester City, Frederick County, Clarke County, Loudoun County, Shenandoah County, and Warren County.
- Assist with transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping, errands, and community outings.
- Visit senior living communities to lead crafts, games, social activities, and meaningful engagement for residents.
- Build trusting relationships with clients and their families.
- Serve as a dependable resource and positive role model for fellow caregivers.
- Assist with new client introductions, supervisory visits, and special assignments as needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation and promptly communicate any changes in a client's condition to the office.
- Represent Care With Love with professionalism, compassion, and integrity at all times.
Preferred Qualifications
- Personal Care Assistant (PCA) certification or Home Health Aide (HHA) certification preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience providing care for senior adults in a facility or private home setting.
- Experience working with individuals living with dementia is a plus.
Required Qualifications
- Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
- Valid driver's license.
- Reliable personal vehicle with current automobile insurance.
- Must be comfortable transporting clients to appointments, errands, shopping, and community activities.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the office and care team.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Must pass all required background checks and employment screenings.
Schedule Requirements
This position requires exceptional flexibility.
Required Availability:
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Thursday
- Hours: 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Regular Days Off: Wednesday and Friday
Because this is a lead support position, you must be willing and able to adjust your daily plans and respond quickly to changing client and staffing needs. We are looking for someone who can confidently shift priorities at a moment's notice and provide dependable coverage wherever it is needed most.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who is dependable, adaptable, and passionate about serving seniors. The ideal candidate enjoys variety, remains calm under pressure, and understands that providing excellent care sometimes means stepping in wherever the team needs support.
If you're an experienced caregiver looking for a leadership role where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
Work Location: In person
