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Certified Medication Aide (CMA) (L1MA)

$15 - $15.25 per hour

Americare Senior Living

Job Description

Job Description

Community: Glendale Gardens

Community Type: Memory Care

Location: Clinton, MO

Shifts Available: Nights

Employment Type: Full-Time

Pay: Starting at $15 - $15.25/hour

Why You'll Love Working Here:

Put your CMA skills to work in a role that matters. Provide compassionate, hands-on care while being part of a team that supports your growth and success.

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Are you looking to have fun while making a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors?

Who We Are
At Americare, our RISING Team Values guide everything we do:
Respect • Integrity • Servant Heart • Inspire • Nurture • Growth

We are proud to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors, every single day. Americare communities are more than just workplaces-they are family, where excellence thrives, people are empowered, and fun is part of the culture.

We've been consistently certified as a Great Place to Work, ranked on Fortune's Best Workplaces in Aging Services, and named one of the 2025 Best Senior Living providers by U.S. News & World Report.

Why Join Americare?

  • Impactful Work: You can make a difference every day, receive plenty of hugs, and be the one to put a smile on the faces of our residents.
  • Supportive Community: You can be part of a compassionate team that truly values teamwork and respect.
  • Career Growth: Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, we offer exciting opportunities for you to advance both professionally and personally.
  • Fun and Engaging Environment: Work hard and have fun in an inclusive environment where you'll create lasting friendships and experience unforgettable memories.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible scheduling options that fit your life.

What we offer:
  • Recognition and Appreciation: Truly feel valued with meaningful shout outs and recognition.
  • Family Atmosphere: Close-knit community where everyone feels at home.
  • Paid Time Off: Enjoy a competitive PTO plan to recharge and relax.
  • Daily Access to Wages: Flexibility to access your pay whenever you need it.
  • Complimentary Meals: Delicious free meals while you work.
  • Tuition Assistance: We support your educational pursuits so you can chase your career dreams!
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability, and so much more...
  • Earn More: Your hard work is rewarded with competitive pay and annual wage increases based on performance.
  • 401(k) Plan: Secure your future with company contributions

Take the next step in your career at Americare Senior Living and make a difference today!

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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