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Caregiver Lead- Des Moines

Sunlight Senior Care - Des Moines
West Des Moines, IA Part Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/23/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver Lead- Des Moines position at Sunlight Senior Care - Des Moines?

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY


The Caregiver lead will help deliver high-quality, compassionate care to our clients.This role is a fill-in / call-out caregiver, providing direct care while also serving as a mentor, a resource, and a quality control point for a specific group of caregivers. The ideal candidate will be an experienced caregiver with strong Coaching skills and a passion for helping others succeed.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES


Caregiver- leads will:

  • Start new clients
  • Fill-in for call outs
  • Provide care to clients on an as needed basis


This role will require someone that can be flexible, reliable, strong-communication skills, professional and be a great representation of Sunlight Senior Care. No two days will be the same. This is an hourly position and hours will depend on the case load of the office.


Compensation:

Hourly Wage:

$17.00 per hour

Bonus Structure:

For each fill-in for call outs a lead completes they will receive 1 point. After 5 points they will receive a $50 BONUS.

Weekend On-call:

Weekends the lead will rotate with other team members. If an employee fills-in a call out, they will get mileage and a $20 BONUS per fill-in.


The lead will be granted 2 “Call-outs” per Quarter. More than that the lead will automatically be moved to regular caregiver status and their compensation will also be adjusted accordingly.


The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS


  • Minimum 3 years’ experience preferred.
  • High School Diploma or GED

  • At least 19 years old

  • Be able to lift 50lbs.

  • Familiarity with medical terminology.

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to provide a high level of customer service in a fast- paced environment.

  • High degree of professionalism, attention to detail and effectiveness.
  • Trouble- shooting, prioritizing and organizational skills essential.

  • Experience with private residence in home care scheduling.

  • Demonstrate excellent observation verbal and written communication skills.

  • Licensed driver with automobile that is insurance in accordance with organizations requirement and is in good working order.

  • Demonstrates tact, patience and good personal hygiene.

  • Empathy for the needs of others.

  • Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.

  • Ability to read and follow written instructions.

  • No Health Restrictions.

Sunlight Senior Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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