Elder Assistant Part Time (Night)

Catholic Charities of Baltimore; Arbutus (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Elder Assistant to provide essential support to residents in need of round-the-clock care. This role involves assisting with daily living activities and medication management, fostering independence and dignity among seniors. The ideal candidate will be customer service-oriented, reliable, and possess strong interpersonal skills. Join a trauma-informed organization committed to promoting safety and empowerment, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact in the lives of elderly residents. This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a dedicated team focused on enhancing the quality of life for seniors.

Qualifications

• CMT or CNA certification required.
• Two years of elder care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities and medication management.
• Document medication-related activities accurately.
• Monitor safety hazards and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Empathy and compassion

Reliability and punctuality

Education

Certified Medical Technician (CMT)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Two years of elder care experience

Job description

Catholic Charities of Baltimore, Caritas House, is currently seeking an Elder Assistant, who will provide essential support to residents needing around-the-clock care due to physical or social impairments. The role involves assisting with daily living activities and medication management, while encouraging and upholding the residents’ independence and personal choice. The work schedule is Saturday & Sunday, 11:00pm – 7:00am, every other weekend.

Catholic Charities of Baltimore Caritas House is a community for seniors that provides services to help residents remain independent and safe. Our Elder Assistants assist with activities of daily living including dressing, personal hygiene, housekeeping, and laundry. They support residents who are physically and/or socially impaired and require 24-hour oversight, fostering independence and freedom of choice.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Assist with daily activities such as dressing, bathing, personal hygiene, device care, phone use, housekeeping, laundry, and mail management.
2. Accurately document all medication-related activities on the Medication Administration Record (MAR), following residence policy.
3. Perform controlled substance counts with appropriate CMTs at shift start and end.
4. Seek guidance from supervisor or Nurse Manager if unsure about medication or treatment administration.
5. Monitor for environmental safety hazards and dispose of waste per policies and OSHA regulations.
6. Follow standard precautions to control infection spread.
7. Document incidents, errors, and accidents involving residents, staff, or visitors, ensuring timely reporting and follow-up.
8. Support dining and housekeeping tasks, including assisting during meals and maintaining cleanliness.
9. Maintain cooperative relationships with staff and other departments.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements:

• Ability to read, write, follow instructions, and maintain confidentiality.
• Customer service-oriented with ability to work effectively with elderly and diverse populations.
• Flexibility in working hours to meet resident care needs.
• Reliable transportation for punctuality and attendance.

Certification/Licensure:

• Certified Medical Technician (CMT) in good standing with Maryland Board of Nursing, OR
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in good standing with Maryland Board of Nursing, OR
• Two years of elder care experience with demonstrated competency evaluation within the first 7 days of employment.

Additional Certifications:

• First Aid Certification within 6 months of employment.
• Food handling certification within 6 months of employment.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills, polite and courteous demeanor.
• Ability to maintain a safe environment.
• Calmness in stressful situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, active listening.
• Empathy, compassion, tact, and professionalism.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• No remote or hybrid work; on-site presence required.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or reposition objects up to 150 lbs.
• Effective communication through speaking, listening, writing, or electronic means.
• Sufficient hearing and vision, with or without correction.
• Potential exposure to body fluids, infections, odors, resident behaviors, and cleaning chemicals.

Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore as part of a trauma-informed organization promoting safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, valuing every person’s worth and potential.

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer.