Medication Aide

Medication Aide - Senior Living

Location: Pleasant Hill, CA

Schedule: Full Time, AM Shift 6:00am - 2:00pm, may include weekends

Pay Range: $21.00 - $22.00 per hour

Memory Care of Conta Costa is seeking a Medication Aide to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families and our community.

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments to residents who need assistance in accordance with state regulatory stipulations and requirements for safe administration.
• Observe the resident taking the medication, notes effects including any unexpected or adverse effects.
• Document the required information in the residents' medication administration records.
• Communicate any concerns or observations with the Wellness Director, Wellness Coordinator or designated personnel.
• Support residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, socialization, cognition, and physical health.
• Encourage resident independence, support resident choice and preserve resident dignity through professional conduct and interactions.
• Maintain up-to-date medication certification requirements according to state regulations.
• Interact with residents in a compassionate and empathetic manner.

Job Requirements

• 18+ Years of Age
• High School Diploma or GED
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain
• Prior direct care experience preferred
• Successful completion of medication assistance training in compliance with the state's regulatory requirements and facility requirements.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Self-supervising, self-motivating; willing to collaborate and work as a team member.
• Adaptable and flexible; highly organized with ability to manage multiple demands/tasks concurrently. Demonstrates problem solving skills.

About Us

Memory Care of Contra Costa in Pleasant Hill is a warm, welcoming community where seniors feel at home. We specialize in personalized care for individuals living with Alzheimer's and other dementias, creating a safe, nurturing environment that supports dignity, independence, and evolving needs. Our compassionate, highly trained team is dedicated to building meaningful connections and making a difference every day.

Our Culture: C.A.P.L.I.C.O

• Customer Second
• Accountability
• Passion for Learning
• Love One Another
• Intelligent Risk Taking
• Celebrate
• Ownership

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at