Certified Medication Aide

UnityPoint Health; Delhi (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking team-oriented nurses for the Penn Center Residential Care Facility in Delhi, Iowa. This role focuses on providing care to individuals in mental health recovery, with responsibilities including medication management and resident interaction. Join a recognized top workplace committed to fostering a culture of belonging and offering competitive benefits.

Benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

401K matching

Employee recognition program

Dental and health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Preferably with at least two years of experience in human services, mental health, or gerontology.
• Health examination and TB test required at employment start.

Responsibilities

• Set up and distribute medications according to physician’s orders.
• Provide 1:1 interaction with residents.
• Document any changes in programming on an ongoing basis.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

CMA certificate

Experience in human services

Job description

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY

Area of Interest:Behavioral Health Services – Non-nursing

FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0

Department: Penn Center Residential Care Facility

Shift: Varying shifts with shift differential

AbbeHealth Services is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mental health and aging services that help individuals achieve their optimum levels of independence and success.

Penn Center Residential Care Facility, a subsidiary of AbbeHealth Services located in Delhi, Iowa, provides mental health services to individuals working towards recovery, helping them return to more independent living in the community. We are seeking team-oriented nurses to provide care to individuals focused on mental health recovery.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. These include:

• Paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching, and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability, and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to further your career, and adoption assistance to grow your family.

We aim to foster a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, embracing individual uniqueness and shared unity.

We believe in providing support and development opportunities to deliver an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

1. Set up and distribute medications according to physician’s orders.
2. Participate in total resident care through development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individual care plans, addressing physical, psycho/social, legal, and spiritual needs.
3. Provide 1:1 interaction with residents.
4. Participate in the development, implementation, facilitation, and evaluation of resident programming.
5. Participate in resident orientation programs.
6. Document any changes in programming, as outlined in or in addition to care plans, on an ongoing basis.
7. Participate in mandatory educational programs.
8. Participate in intrafacility committees as assigned by the administrator.
9. Attendance is essential.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have a CMA certificate from an accredited program (provide copies of certificates of completion). Preferably with at least two years of experience in human services, mental health, mental retardation, or gerontology.
• Health examination and TB test required at employment start and periodically as mandated by the Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals.
• Pre-employment mandatory drug testing, with ongoing testing as per policy and the Drug-Free Workplace.
• Valid Iowa Driver’s License or ability to obtain one shortly after employment.
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the requirements set forth in AbbeHealth’s Vehicle Fleet Driving Program.
• Maintain current automobile insurance in accordance with AbbeHealth policies.