Medication Assistant

Senior living; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan

Length of Service Bonus Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Access to earned wages prior to payday

Generous PTO Plan

Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Job summary

Sinceri Senior Living in Teaneck Township, New Jersey, is seeking dedicated Caregivers to provide medication assistance and personal care for our elderly residents. Successful candidates will assist with daily living activities and engage residents socially.

Applicants should have at least a high school diploma and a year of relevant experience, along with effective communication skills. We offer comprehensive perks including a 401K plan and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year previous experience as a Caregiver or Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English effectively.
• Must complete Medication Aide training (if required by state).

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with medication according to regulations and company policy.
• Help residents with activities of daily living.
• Engage residents in meaningful conversation and activities.

Skills

Medication assistance

Personal care

Communication skills

Ability to perform ADLs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Perks and Benefits

Open Interviews, Monday-Thursday. 10am-4pm. Address is 655 Pomander Walk

• Earn up to 1% wage increase every quarter
• 401K Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor matching contribution
• Length of Service Bonus Program of up to $5,000
• Employee Referral Bonus of up to $1,000
• Access to earned wages prior to payday
• Generous PTO Plan
• Career Development
• An employee engaged scheduling system
• Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Benefits
• Sinceri Senior Living Discount Marketplace
• Walking Spree rewards for healthy habits

Some benefits may vary depending on position and employment status

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 1-year of previous experience as a Caregiver or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the elderly in a residential or long-term care setting (experience may depend on state requirements)
• Must be able to read, write and speak English to communicate effectively with residents, families, visitors, and other staff members
• Must be able to perform job duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must complete Medication Aide training (and certification in states where required)

Essential Functions

• Provides medication assistance for residents in accordance with state regulations and company policy including; pouring, preparing, assisting with administration, and documentation
• Assists in maintaining the medication cart and storage room in a neat and orderly manner
• Accepts responsibility for accurate medication counts and for the security of the medication cart and medication storage room for assigned shifts
• May be called upon to assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, transferring, and mobility, as needed
• Engages residents in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care and medication assistance
• Responds to all resident needs and/or requests for care promptly, and provides or obtains assistance with care as necessary
• Upholds Residents’ Rights at all times
• Supports and upholds all company policies and care philosophy
• Observes residents for changes in physical, emotional, mental, or behavioral condition, unusual symptoms, medication side effects, accidents, injuries, or unusual occurrences, and reports promptly to a licensed nurse
• Completes all documentation such as medication administration records, incident reports, change of condition reports, and behavior tracking, as requested, and in a timely manner
• Assists in the dining room during resident meal times as needed
• Encourages residents to participate in scheduled activities and outings, and provides residents with opportunities for self-expression and enhanced self-esteem through spontaneous individual or small group interaction and activity
• May be called upon to assist with Caregiver housekeeping responsibilities.

Sinceri Senior living is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Minors must be at least 16 years of age to be employed by Sinceri Senior Living. Candidates submitted by unsolicited 3rd party recruiters will not be considered.