Compassionate Medication Aide for Senior Living (Full-Time)

The Aspenwood Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with 4% safe harbor match

Perks at Work - Discounted pricing on

Holiday Pay including a Floating-Hol

Generous PTO that rolls over year over

Employee Assistance Program

Paycheck Advances

Healthcare options

Financial Hardship Programs

Compassionate Leave

PTO Cashout Option

Job summary

The Aspenwood Company is seeking a compassionate Resident Medication Aide for our Village of Southampton community. This full-time role provides direct resident care, administers medications, and supports a warm, homelike atmosphere designed to help residents thrive.

You will work 2:00p.m.–10:00p.m. or 6:00a.m.–2:00p.m., weekends and holidays required, with benefits including 401K, PTO, healthcare options, and more.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 6 months to 1 year of prior resident care experience, preferably with seniors.
• Delegation by a Registered Nurse for medication administration.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills, good judgment, and attention to detail.
• Understanding of HIPAA requirements.
• EOE/M/F/D/V

Responsibilities

• Exercise independent judgment in tasks beyond routine resident care.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, monitor residents' responses, and adhere to community infection control policies.
• Assist residents with medications as outlined in medication procedures and supervise those who self-administer.
• Maintain residents’ records daily, documenting medication distribution, leisure activities, incidents, observations, and any changes in residents' conditions.
• Write weekly/monthly summaries addressing issues identified in service plans.
• Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the medicine supply room.
• Receive and manage reports on all residents.
• Count controlled substances with outgoing RMAs, ensuring accuracy before accepting keys.
• Provide direct resident care as described in the Resident Assistant Job Description.
• Follow proper procedures in emergencies and respond promptly to resident requests for assistance.
• Promote teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.
• Attend all required in-service training sessions.
• Be an active member of the community’s emergency response team.
• Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene in line with company policies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Aspenwood Company is seeking a compassionate Resident Medication Aide for our Village of Southampton community. This full-time role provides direct resident care, administers medications, and supports a warm, homelike atmosphere designed to help residents thrive.

You will work 2:00p.m.–10:00p.m. or 6:00a.m.–2:00p.m., weekends and holidays required, with benefits including 401K, PTO, healthcare options, and more.