Qualified Medication Administration Personnel (QMAP) - Part-Time

Hcshiring; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium benefits

Onsite Wellness Center

Education reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Shalom West in Colorado is seeking compassionate caregivers for part-time Fri/Sat day shifts to join a memory care community. You will administer medications, assist residents with daily routines, and help maintain a safe, respectful environment that supports independence and dignity.

Join a team that values care, connection, and purpose, with opportunities to grow and contribute to residents’ well-being in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or GED and at least six months’ related experience.
• Must maintain QMAP, first aid, and CPR certifications.
• Willingness to train in dementia care practices.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatment assistance as prescribed.
• Maintains resident records of medication administration and observations.
• Documents care in PCC and keeps the medication room safe and orderly.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living and independence.
• Provides compassionate care while monitoring safety and well-being.

Skills

Medication administration

Patient care

Education

High School diploma or GED

Six months’ related experience

QMAP certification

First aid certification

CPR certification

Dementia care training willingness

Tools

PCC

Job description

Be Part of Something Meaningful at Shalom West

Are you looking for more than just a job? Come be part of something special.

Shalom West is a Memory Care community where compassion, connection, and purpose come together every day. We’re building a team of caring, dedicated people who believe that every resident deserves to feel valued, respected, safe, and truly at home.

As we build our team, you’ll have the opportunity to help create a community where residents can thrive and employees can grow.

Whether you’re providing hands‑on care, preparing a meal, keeping our community beautiful, or supporting our residents and team behind the scenes, your work matters. If you bring heart, professionalism, and a desire to make a difference, we’d love to have you join us.

Come help us build something extraordinary. Come grow with Shalom West.

Depending on your employment status, you may have access to the following:

• Access to a full range of premium benefits (Cigna Medical, United Concordia Dental, VSP Vision, 401k + match and more!)
• Onsite Wellness Center with gym and warm‑water pool
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Paid time off
• An opportunity to do the best work of your life

Wage range is $20.50 - $23.00 per hour.

Part‑time Fri/Sat Day Shift

Days = 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Evenings = 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Nights = 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM

Summary

Administers medications to residents, assists with their daily care and routine, and charts all clinical support provided.Provides residents with supportive and compassionate personal care tailored to residents’ cognitive and physical abilities.Recognizes individual needs and encourages resident independence, dignity, safety, and freedom of choice consistent with our Person-Centered Care philosophy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES include the following..Other duties may be assigned.

• Accurately administers the administration of medications and treatment assistance for residents as prescribed by the healthcare provider in accordance with applicable state/federal regulations
• Accurately maintains resident records regarding medication administration/distribution, leisure activities, incidents, and observations
• Properly stores medications and equipment and keeps the medication room clean and orderly
• Ensures prescription label and storage procedures meet state standards
• Implements elopement‑prevention and other safety measures specific to memory care residents
• Assists residents with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating
• Monitors health, safety, and well‑being of the residents
• Promptly reports any changes in resident’s physical condition and/or behavior to Health and Wellness Director
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills to provide the highest level of care to residents
• Supports residents with memory loss by using patience, empathy, and specialized communication techniques
• Maintains a positive, respectful approach while working with residents and colleagues
• Possesses organizational skills to facilitate efficiency in completing job tasks and meeting resident needs
• Follows shift‑change procedures and documentation requirements
• Assists in keeping the environment safe and inviting for residents and guests
• Completes all resident care documentation in electronic health record system (PCC)
• Encourages and reminds residents to participate in activities. Promotes purposeful, individualized engagement that supports dignity and cognitive abilities
• Responds to resident emergencies, and provides first aid assistance, as needed.Debriefs and documents incident in PCC
• Communicates with residents’ families to support resident well‑being and care coordination
• Serves as a role model for all employees by displaying a responsible, cooperative, and positive attitude
• Represents the community in a professional, courteous, and friendly manner
• Adheres to and follow company policies, procedures, and standards
• Promotes resident advocacy
• Maintains confidentiality of resident affairs
• Reports to work on time, as scheduled, and consistently demonstrates reliability and punctuality. Regular attendance is required.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education or Experience: High School diploma or GED and at least six months’ related experience.Must maintain Qualified Medication Administration Personnel (QMAP) certification first aid certification and CPR in accordance with state regulations. Training or willingness to train in dementia care practices (validation, redirection, and engagement strategies).

Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Math Ability: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and volume.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Office Suite; Electronic Medical Record software (PCC). Ability to learn new technology, as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job:

The employee must occasionally push, pull, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and taste.

The employee must walk, grasp or fine manipulation approximately 20-40% of the time.

The employee must frequently stand, sit, and reach.

The employee must regularly talk, hear, and smell.

The employee must be capable of assisting residents with mobility, transfers, repositioning, and emergency response activities in accordance with community policy and safe resident handling practices. The employee may occasionally assist with moving, pushing, or transporting equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.