Certified Medication Aide

About the role

Creating Moments That Matter At Grand Living, we're changing the way generations embrace life. Our communities combine luxury-inspired hospitality, exceptional dining, and meaningful relationships to create an experience unlike any other in senior living. Every interaction matters, and every team member plays a role in delivering First Class Happiness® to our residents and guests. If you are passionate about caring for others, building meaningful relationships, and helping residents live life to the fullest, we'd love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including dressing, eating, grooming, personal hygiene, mobility, communication, and toileting
• Support residents in accordance with their personalized care plans while promoting dignity, independence, and well-being
• Administer medications safely and accurately within your certification and scope of practice
• Provide medication assistance in accordance with state regulations and community policies when appropriately licensed and assigned
• Observe residents and communicate changes or concerns to the nursing team
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and families while creating a warm, engaging atmosphere
• Participate in community activities, wellness programs, dining experiences, and special events
• Work collaboratively with Health & Wellness, Culinary, Lifestyle, and Hospitality teams to deliver an exceptional resident experience
• Ensure exceptional documentation is submitted for all services provided or declined
• Deliver care that is professional, respectful, timely and personalized
• Help create an environment where every resident feels valued and cared for

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, required
• Certified Medication Aide (CMA) or Medication Technician credentials, required as applicable by state and assignment

Qualifications

• One or more years of experience administering medication, highly preferred
• One or more years of experience providing assistance with activities of daily living, highly preferred
• One or more years of experience working with seniors, highly preferred

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive attitude and genuine desire to enhance the lives of others
• Ability to read, write, and understand English in order to communicate effectively with residents, guests, supervisors, and team members
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, crouch, bend, stoop, reach, grasp, push, pull, and remain active throughout the shift
• Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for both full-time and part-time team members
• Full-time team members earn 120 hours of PTO in their first year, increasing to 160 hours in their second year, with additional increases based on length of service
• Part-time team members earn PTO at a prorated rate based on hours worked
• Affordable medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options for eligible full-time team members
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4% when you contribute 5