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Job description
Community: Bluff Creek Memory Care
Community Type: Memory Care
Location: Columbia, MO
Shifts Available: Days and Nights: 6am-6pm & 6pm-6am
Employment Type: Full-Time, Part-Time or PRN
Pay: $16 - $17
Why You'll Love Working Here : Americare Senior Living is seeking a detail oriented and dependable Are you a caring and compassionate person who loves helping others? As a CMA, you'll make a real difference by providing support, companionship, and care to those who need it most. If you're ready for a rewarding role with a team that feels like family, we can't wait to meet you! Looking for a meaningful career in healthcare? We're hiring CMA/L1MAs who want to make a real difference in the lives of our residents. Enjoy a team-oriented environment, opportunities to grow your skills, and the chance to build lasting relationships with both coworkers and residents. Not certified yet? We offer paid training to help you get started! !
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Make a Difference Every Day in Senior Living
Looking for a rewarding job in senior care where your work truly matters? At Americare Senior Living, you'll build relationships, support residents, and be part of a team that feels like family.
Who We Are
Trusted senior living provider with 40+ years of experience
Guided by our RISING values: Respect • Integrity • Servant Heart • Inspire • Nurture • Growth
Known for Hometown Hospitality and small, family-like communities
Recognized as a Great Place to Work and Best Workplaces in Aging Services
Why Join Americare
Make a daily impact in resident care and quality of life
Work in a supportive, team-focused environment
Build meaningful relationships with residents and coworkers
Join a culture focused on respect, compassion, and connection
Flexible scheduling options to support your lifestyle
Benefits & Perks
Competitive pay + annual increases
Daily pay access (get paid when you need it)
Paid time off (PTO)
Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Tuition assistance and career growth opportunities
Free meals during shifts
Employee recognition and appreciation programs
Benefits may vary based on full-time, part-time, or PRN status.
Start your career in senior living today and make a difference at Americare. Apply now.
Your Role as the Certified Medication Aide (CMA / L1MA)
Memory Care | Missouri
Americare Senior Living is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Medication Aide (CMA / Level One Medication Aide – L1MA) to support residents in our Assisted Living Memory Care communities in Missouri.
In this role, you'll safely administer medications under the supervision of licensed staff while providing hands-on support with daily living activities. You'll help maintain a safe, structured, and home-like environment for residents living with memory loss, while offering support to families and visitors.
Summary
The Certified Medication Aide (CMA / L1MA) is responsible for administering medications in accordance with Missouri state regulations while assisting residents with activities of daily living in a Memory Care setting.
This role functions as part of an interdisciplinary care team and plays a vital role in supporting resident safety, routine, dignity, and quality of life.
This role may also be known as:
Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Medication Technician (CMT), Med Aide, Level One Medication Aide (L1MA), or Medication Assistant.
What You'll Do
Administer prescribed medications under the supervision of licensed nursing staff in accordance with Missouri regulations
Verify resident identity prior to medication administration and document dosage, time, and observations
Monitor residents for medication responses and promptly report adverse reactions or concerns
Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, meals, and mobility
Accurately observe, record, and report resident care, conditions, concerns, and food intake/output
Recognize and report changes in resident condition to charge staff
Complete admission, discharge, and transfer documentation as required
Support coworkers by providing assistance as needed
Perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning resident rooms and common areas
Answer phone calls, greet visitors, and assist with tours of the community as needed
What You Bring
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of a Certified Medication Aide / Med Level One course with certification in the State of Missouri
Willingness to complete Med Level One training at the community , if applicable
Active certification maintained in good standing
Skills & Abilities
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a Memory Care team
Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety
Compassionate, patient, and resident-centered approach to care
Professional communication skills and reliability
Physical Demands
Lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed
Push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs. , including resident mobility assistance
Maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.
Safety Requirements
Follow proper resident care procedures, including two-person lifts when required
Utilize required PPE to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens
Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and complete required documentation
Participate in company drug testing procedures
Work Environment
This role is performed in an indoor Memory Care environment with appropriate lighting and ventilation. Duties may include accompanying residents to supervised indoor or outdoor activities.
Join Americare Senior Living and make a meaningful difference by providing safe medication administration and compassionate daily support to residents in our Missouri Memory Care communities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Americare Senior Living is committed to equal employment opportunities and welcomes applicants from all walks of life. We value diversity and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
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Worksite address
columbia, MO, 65201, US
Who can apply
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