Medication Aide/Caregiver

Presbyterian Senior Living; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals for the role of Personal Care Medication Aide/Caregiver. This position involves providing essential medical and physical care to residents, ensuring their independence while fostering a supportive environment. The ideal candidates will engage in meaningful relationships with residents, assist with daily living activities, and promote psychosocial well-being. With a commitment to excellence, this nonprofit organization values teamwork and a positive attitude, making it an ideal place for those passionate about enhancing the lives of older adults.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Shift Differentials

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older unless active on the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide registry.
• Previous experience with older adults preferred.

Responsibilities

• Distributing medications and treatments to residents.
• Planning and facilitating social activities for residents.
• Maintaining a clean and safe household environment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Teamwork

Ability to Follow Instructions

Positive Attitude

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Compensation: From $15.00 to $17.00 per hour (based on experience), plus additional shift differentials.

Sign-on Bonus: $2000 for full-time, $1000 for part-time positions.

Status/Shift: Full-Time Evening; Part-Time Day, Evening, and Night shifts.

Rotating weekends and holidays.

The Personal Care Medication Aide/Caregiver is responsible for distributing medications and treatments to residents, performing general household caregiver duties, and providing medical and physical care to meet residents' daily needs, supporting their highest level of independence.

This role acts as the resident’s closest advocate, promoting psychosocial well-being through meaningful relationships, supporting social service needs, and fostering a caring environment. Responsibilities include planning and facilitating social activities, maintaining a clean and safe household environment, and assisting with residents’ personal laundry.

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years or older unless active on the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide (CNA) registry.
• High school diploma or equivalent required unless active on the Nurse Aide registry.
• Must successfully complete required medication training.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong communication skills.
• Previous experience with older adults preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Teamwork capability.

Expectations:

Primary Caregiver: Respect residents' rooms as their home, support self-care, assist with activities of daily living, respond promptly to assistance requests, observe and report changes in residents’ conditions, and document services provided.

Medication Administration: Prepare, administer, and document medications and treatments safely, respecting resident dignity, and report any reactions or refusals to licensed nursing staff.

Life Enhancement: Address psychosocial needs through planned and spontaneous activities, support social engagement, and assist with transportation and documentation related to social services.

Meals and Housekeeping: Assist with mealtimes as needed, maintain cleanliness of household spaces, support household environment needs, and coordinate with the homemaker for housekeeping tasks.

Laundry: Assist residents with personal laundry needs, supporting their self-care and dignity.

Organization: Presbyterian Senior Living is a large, nonprofit organization committed to providing compassionate, vibrant, and supportive communities to promote wholeness of body, mind, and spirit.