Overnight Care Specialist
Hilltop’s mission is to create connection to build a community where everyone belongs. We value Relationship, Integrity, Courage, Inclusivity, Growth, and Fun.
About the role
At Hilltop Community Resources, we are a multi-faceted non-profit organization serving our community. We're a large and vibrant collection of creative and driven individuals who each play a unique and important part in our daily work. Headquartered in beautiful Western Colorado, Hilltop is invested in the betterment of where we live, work, and play. For 75 years, Hilltop has provided resources and support for a wide range of people of all ages, stages, and walks of life. Our approach is rooted in our values, which we weave into everything we do. We care about people and prioritize a healthy and happy workplace culture.
Working at Hilltop offers fantastic opportunities for growth, connection, and team building. We value the employee experience and promote a culture of purpose and belonging. We believe work can be fulfilling and fun.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior that aligns with the values of Hilltop's Assisted Living Communities (ALCs), including Service 1 (how we treat each other) and Service 2 (how we treat our residents), by setting boundaries, being predictable, consistent, kind, and transparent.
- Administer medications as outlined by physician orders by verifying medications to the Medication Administration Record.
- Strictly follow the rights of medication administration process: right medication, right resident, right dose, right time, right route, right reason, and right documentation.
- Promote and participate in positive customer relations by learning and using resident names, acknowledging residents and visitors, answering the phone as needed, and maintaining confidentiality.
- Follow all Corporate, Program, and State Medication Administration policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Monitor narcotic medications by counting all assigned narcotics prior to receiving control of the medication cart and conducting a narcotic count before transferring control.
- Complete assigned documentation within prescribed timelines promptly, accurately, and legibly.
- Report all medication errors immediately and complete the required documentation.
- Clean assigned medication carts prior to the end of the shift by emptying trash, wiping down the cart, organizing medications, and replenishing supplies.
- Answer radio, pager, and the resident request system.
- Assume Care Specialist duties as needed.
Requirements
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) plus six months of related work experience preferred, but not required.
- For QMAP Care Specialist: Valid QMAP certification required.
- Colorado Identification Card (required).
- CPR Certificate/First Aid Certificate (preferred).
- De-Escalation Training (preferred).
Background Checks & Health Requirements
The following background checks and health clearances are required:
- Hilltop Criminal Background Check
- CBI Records Check
- Sex Offender Registry
- Colorado Adult Protective Services Background Check (CAPS)
- Colorado Department of Regulatory Affairs (DORA) Check
- Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion List
- Tuberculosis (Tb) Skin Test
- N95 Mask Fit Test
- Influenza Vaccination
- Any other required vaccination
Pay
- Care Specialist: $17.35 to $18.22 per hour.
- QMAP Care Specialist: $17.85 to $18.74 per hour.
Schedule
- Variable schedule of overnights from 10 PM to 8 AM.
- Full-time schedule available: Friday to Monday, 10 PM to 8 AM.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits package (see Hilltop Community Resources Benefits Guide).
- Part-time and full-time schedules to fit your needs.
- Professional and personal development opportunities.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Meaningful work that makes a positive impact in the community and lives of others.