Certified Medication Aide CMA

Fox Trail Memory Care; Hillsdale (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Life, AD&D, and disability coverage

Optional supplemental insurance

Job summary

Fox Trail Memory Care in Hillsdale, NJ is seeking a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) for a per diem, per diem-based position. The role offers a small, close-knit team with dependable scheduling and strong support from leadership.

Responsibilities include administering medications, monitoring residents, and communicating with nurses and families to ensure high-quality memory care. Eligible applicants have CMA certification, are at least 18, and possess at least one year of experience.

Qualifications

• Active CMA certification required.
• Minimum age 18.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications accurately and safely.
• Monitor residents closely and report changes promptly.
• Stay in close communication with nurses, families, and the broader care team.
• Support residents through daily routines within a memory care setting.

Skills

English communication skills

Team-oriented

Resident care experience

Education

Active CMA certification

Minimum age 18

Job description

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) | Senior Living
$20.00–$22.00/hour | Per Diem
Fox Trail Memory Care | Hillsdale, NJ

Ready for a CMA role where your expertise is genuinely recognized, not just another shift to fill? At Fox Trail Memory Care in Hillsdale, you'll join a small, close-knit team with dependable scheduling and real support behind you.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Small-Scale Community: An intimate, personal setting — not a large institutional facility
• Lower Ratios: More real attention and time for every resident
• Leadership That's Present: A hands-on, team-first culture without the agency-style chaos
• Genuine Connections: Build lasting relationships with residents day after day
• Flexible Scheduling: PRN, per diem options available
  • Per diem: minimum 2 shifts/month

What You'll Do

• Administer medications accurately and safely
• Monitor residents closely and report changes promptly
• Stay in close communication with nurses, families, and the broader care team
• Support residents through daily routines within a memory care setting

Required Qualifications

• Active Certified Medication Aide (CMA) certification
• Minimum age 18
• At least 1 year of relevant experience
• English communication skills
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset

Benefits for Qualified Employees

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Life, AD&D, and disability coverage
• Optional supplemental insurance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.