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Certified Medication Aide (CMA) (L1MA)

$15.25 - $16.25 per hour

Americare Senior Living

Community: St. Claire Place by Americare Senior Living

Community Type: Assisted Living

Location: St. Claire, MO

Shifts Available: 1st shift (6:30am-6:30pm), 3rd shift

Employment Type: Full & Part time

Pay: $15.25 to $16.25 hourly

Why You'll Love Working Here:

Americare is more than just a workplace-it's a Senior Living Organization that offers a supportive and uplifting work environment that makes a difference in seniors' livesdaily. We're certified as a Great Place to Work and named a top provider by U.S.News & World Report.

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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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