In-Home Caregiver Team Lead

McLeod Home Care•Charleston, SC

167d•Onsite

About The Position

McLeod Home Care is seeking experienced, caring, and compassionate Care Professionals to provide non-medical in-home care and support that helps clients maintain their independence and quality of life. Each client has a custom care plan, and responsibilities vary by assignment. Team Lead Caregivers are guaranteed 50 hours per week and may be scheduled in advance or asked to cover last-minute shifts during peak hours or when additional support is needed. The role offers a flexible schedule without unpredictable on-call shifts. Care may include personal assistance, companionship, household tasks, meal preparation, transportation, errands, monitoring clients, and documenting care. Medication assistance may be provided when directed by the care plan and when the caregiver is trained and authorized. Starting pay is $19.25 per hour.

Requirements

Previous experience as a caregiver, CNA, or in-home health aide is preferred.
CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
Ability to follow detailed care plans and work independently.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Physical ability to assist clients with mobility, transfers, and activities of daily living.
Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
Must confirm acceptance of a shift when it is offered and be available and ready to work last-minute shifts.
Must be able to travel to any client’s home.
Must have no complaints from clients.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a caregiver, CNA, or in-home health aide.
CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

Provide personal care assistance, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Provide companionship and high-quality care during scheduled shifts.
Assist with daily activities, meal and snack preparation, and mobility or transfers while maintaining client safety.
Perform light housekeeping, including laundry, cleaning, organizing, and home safety inspections.
Monitor clients’ health, behavior, and overall well-being; document care and report changes to the Care Manager.
Accompany clients to appointments, errands, or social activities as needed, and provide transportation and errand services.
Provide dementia and Alzheimer’s care as needed.
Administer medications as directed by the care plan, if trained and authorized.
Follow each client’s individualized care plan and communicate effectively with clients, families, and the care team.
Accept offered shifts and be available for last-minute shifts and client walk-ins.
Travel to any client’s home as assigned.