🌟 Lead Caregiver (LCG) – Grow with Purpose. Lead with Heart. 🌟
At KIDS, we don’t just provide care - we create connection, empowerment, and opportunity.
We believe great caregivers deserve a clear path to grow their careers, and that’s where our Lead Caregiver program comes in!
As a Lead Caregiver, you’ll be the bridge between our caregiving team in the field and our office support team - helping new members and families feel welcomed, mentoring caregivers, and stepping in to ensure care never skips a beat. This is a role for the best of the best: leaders who can inspire others, solve problems with grace, and deliver exceptional care every time.
Starting Wage: $22-$26/hour Based on Experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with some flexibility
Location: Deschutes County
Position Type: Hybrid
🌻 What You’ll Do as a Lead Caregiver
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Step In When Needed – Plan, coordinate, or provide coverage for families when caregivers are on PTO or unavailable, ensuring seamless support for members
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Welcome & Onboard – Meet new members and families, and help new caregivers hit the ground running
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Coach & Mentor – Offer training, feedback, and encouragement to help caregivers grow and thrive
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Represent KIDS in Your Community – Attend member meetings, recruiting events, and interviews to help connect the right people with the right support
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Keep the Team Flowing – Collaborate with Care Coordinators to ensure members and caregivers are always matched with the right fit
🏆 Who We’re Looking For | Our Lead Caregivers have a track record of excellence!
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Consistent, reliable, and praised for their care
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Open to coaching and able to offer feedback
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Natural leaders with emotional maturity and professional boundaries
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Skilled at time management and staying organized
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Calm under pressure, with a “solutions-first” mindset
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Committed to both personal and professional growth
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Reliable transportation (valid driver’s license, insurance, and access to your own vehicle)
✨ LCG's will help with supporting each of the Care Coordinators; however, their top 5 priorities will be:
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Covering open shifts—whether new to KIDS, waiting on a pairing, or covering PTO for their caregiver
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Providing observations & training as needed
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Attending meet & greets, first shifts, interviewing caregivers, ISP meetings, etc., as backup when the CC cannot make it (this should be rare)
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Assisting with auditing, shift notes for coaching, supporting 5-star review completions, and following up on documents
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Supporting the Care Team, Recruiting, and the office team for community events
🌟 Perks & Benefits You’ll Love 🌟
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Medical, dental, and vision coverage options
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Group & voluntary life insurance options
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401(k) with up to 3% company match after 90 days
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Healthiest You Program – Available after 60 days for full-time team members, giving you 24/7 access to virtual healthcare
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Home office reimbursement
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Commuter reimbursement
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Internet reimbursement
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Thrive Bonus – For those working 35+ hours/week, earn extra rewards and cash bonuses!
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Learning & Growth – Access ongoing training, leadership development, and career advancement opportunities
At KIDS, we know the strength of our care comes from the strength of our team. We celebrate each other’s wins, lift each other through challenges, and recognize the dedication it takes to give your best every day. Here, you’re not just part of a team; you’re part of a family that works hard, laughs often, & leads with pure intention in everything we do.
🌻 Compassionate care for all ages is what we provide - making a difference on purpose is what we do🌻
Having trouble with your application? Not a problem! Reach out to: Recruiting@kidsllc.org and we’ll help you get sorted.
