Lead Caregiver

Job overview

Lead Caregiver is an onsite role based in Tacoma, WA, with consistent shifts across Pierce County and Thurston County. Pay starts at $24–$25 per hour, depending on experience. The role supports the Director of Care Services and Always Best Care’s non-medical in-home care services. The lead caregiver helps initiate client care, create care plans, and train and support caregivers on their first shifts, while also covering fill-in shifts. The role contributes to safe, consistent care that supports clients’ independence and dignity.

What you'll do

• Complete start-of-care shifts for new clients and create care plans
• train and support caregivers on their first shifts
• cover fill-in shifts
• and travel to client homes in the service area. The posting specifies availability Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. (flexible), and one weekend per month, with two weekdays off.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead caregiver

tacoma wa

always best care

home care

senior care

care plans

caregiver training

cna

home care aide

pierce county

thurston county

$24–$25/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with company matching
• health insurance
• paid sick time and PTO
• paid holidays if applicable
• client introduction and training
• free continuing education
• advancement opportunities.

Why this role

Requires Washington CNA or Home Care Aide certification, a valid driver’s license and insurance, and willingness to work around pets and smoking. The posting states 40 hours per week are guaranteed.

About the employer

Always Best Care - Pierce County and Thurston County is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.