Overnight Care Specialist/QMAP - The Commons

Hilltop Community Resources Inc.; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Starting hourly wage ranges listed in

Part-time and full-time schedules

Professional and personal development

Inclusive work environment

Meaningful community impact

Job summary

Hilltop Community Resources Inc. is seeking an Overnight Care Specialist/QMAP in Grand Junction, CO. This role involves medication administration, resident support, and adherence to state and facility policies, with a focus on compassionate care and safety.

The starting wage range for Care Specialist is $17.35 to $18.22 per hour, while QMAP Care Specialist ranges from $17.85 to $18.74 per hour. Eligible for part-time or full-time schedules with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Care Specialist requires High School Diploma or GED plus six months of related work experience; minimum 18 years of age.
• QMAP Care Specialist requires High School Diploma or GED plus six months of related work experience; minimum 18 years of age; valid QMAP certification.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior aligned with Hilltop values and resident care.
• Administer medications as outlined by physician orders and verify against MAR.
• Follow medication administration rights and document appropriately.
• Maintain positive resident relations and confidentiality; answer inquiries and access resources.
• Follow policy, procedures, and regulations for medication administration.
• Monitor narcotics and perform counts to ensure control.
• Complete documentation promptly and accurately.
• Clean and restock medication carts at shift end.
• Respond to radios, pagers, and resident requests.
• Assume Care Specialist duties as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

QMAP certification

Job description

Overnight Care Specialist/QMAP - The Commons

Job Category: Activity and Care Specialists

Requisition Number: OVERN004059

• Posted : September 11, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Grand Junction, CO 81506, USA

Description

Hilltop's mission is to create connection to build a community where everyone belongs. We value Relationship, Integrity, Courage, Inclusivity, Growth, and Fun.
Who We Are: At Hilltop Community Resources, we are more than a multi-faceted non‑profit organization that serves our community. We’re a large and vibrant collection of creative and driven individuals that each play a unique and important part in what we do every day. Headquartered in beautiful Western Colorado, Hilltop is invested in the betterment of where we live, work and play. For 75 years, Hilltop has provided resources and support for a wide range of people of all ages, stages and walks of life. Our approach is rooted in our values that we weave into everything we do. We care about people and prioritize a healthy and happy workplace culture.

The Part You’ll Play: Working at Hilltop is a fantastic opportunity with lots of chances for growth, connection and team building. Hilltop values the employee experience and promotes a culture of purpose and belonging for every employee. We believe work can be fulfilling and fun. This role is no exception. An overview of this position entails…

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior that align with the values of Hilltop’s Assisted living Communities (ALCs), including Service 1, how we treat each other, and Service 2, how we treat our residents. Service 1 and Service 2 is demonstrated by setting boundaries, being predictable, consistent, kind, and transparent.

2. Administer medications as outlined by physician orders by verifying medications to the Medications Administration Record.

3. Strictly follow the rights of medication administration process including right medication, right resident, right dose, right time, right route, right reason, and right documentation.

4. Promote and participate in positive customer relations by learning and using resident names; acknowledging residents and visitors; answering the phone as needed; having knowledge of the facility, where to direct people, and how to access resources; maintaining confidentiality; and demonstrating a positive attitude.

5. Strictly follow the rights of medication administration process; including right dose, right route, right medication, right client, and right documentation.

6. Follow all Corporate, Program, and State Medication Administration policies, procedures, and regulations.

7. Monitor the narcotic medications by counting all assigned narcotics prior to receiving control over the medication cart; conduct a narcotic count prior to giving control of the medication cart to any other individual.

8. Complete assigned documentation within prescribed timelines promptly, accurately, and legibly.

9. Report all medication errors immediately and completes the required documentation for medication errors.

10. Clean assigned medication carts prior to the end of the shift by emptying trash, wiping down the cart, organizing medications, and replenishing supplies.

11. Answer radio, pager, and the resident request system.

12. Assume Care Specialist duties, as needed.

More Specifically, In This Role We Request: This position requires some specific skills that we hope you can bring.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Care Specialist- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) plus six months of related work experience preferred, but not required. Minimum 18 years of age required.

QMAP Care Specialist- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) plus six months of related work experience preferred, but not required. Minimum 18 years of age required. Valid QMAP certification required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS

• CPR Certificate/First Aid Certificate (preferred)

Before you join the Hilltopper Community: Connections come with care! Before you join our team, you will be required to go through some background checks and health clearances to ensure the safety and wellbeing of everyone in our community.

CLEARANCES & HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

The following background checks are conducted by Hilltop Community Resources:

• CBI Records Check
• Sex Offender Registry
• Colorado Department of Regulatory Affairs (DORA) Check
• Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion List
• Tuberculosis (Tb) Skin Test
• N95 Mask Fit Test
• Any other required vaccination

Perks and Benefits to Sweeten the Pot:

• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• The starting wage range for the Care Specialist role is $17.35 to $18.22 per hour. The starting wage range for the QMAP Care Specialist role is $17.85-$18.74 per hour.
• Part-time and full-time schedules that can fit your needs.
  • This position has a full-time schedule of Saturday-Tuesday from 10 pm - 6:30 am.
• Professional and personal development opportunities for all employees
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• Meaningful work that makes a positive impact in the community and lives of others

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Required

Care Specialist- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) plus six months of related work experience preferred, but not required. Minimum 18 years of age required. QMAP Care Specialist- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) plus six months of related work experience preferred, but not required. Minimum 18 years of age required. Valid QMAP certification is required.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

CPR/First Aid

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