Certified Medication Aide​/L1MA

Overview

Looking for more than just a job? At Ashbrook Assisted Living, we offer a warm, homelike community where your care makes a real difference. Be part of a supportive team, grow your healthcare career, and enjoy the chance to impact lives every single day. No certification yet? We offer training to help you succeed!

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

Americare communities are guided by the RISING Team Values:
Respect
• Integrity
• Servant Heart
• Inspire
• Nurture
• Growth. We are proud to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors every day. Our communities are family-like workplaces where excellence thrives, people are empowered, and fun is part of the culture.

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

• Impactful Work: You can make a difference every day, help residents feel cared for, and brighten their day.
• Supportive Community: Be part of a compassionate team that values teamwork and respect.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance professionally and personally.
• Fun and Engaging Environment: A welcoming culture where you can build lasting relationships.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options.

• Recognition and Appreciation: Meaningful shout outs and recognition.
• Family Atmosphere: Close-knit community where everyone feels at home.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO plan.
• Daily Access to Wages: Access your pay when you need it.
• Complimentary Meals: Free meals while you work.
• Tuition Assistance: Support for your educational pursuits.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability, and more.
• Earn More: Competitive pay and performance-based increases.
• 401(k) Plan: Company contributions for your future.

We are seeking a dedicated Certified Medication Aide (CMA) to provide high-quality care for residents. The CMA administers medications and assists residents with daily living activities in a home-like environment.

• Administer prescribed medications to residents and maintain accurate medical records under licensed staff supervision.
• Verify resident identity before medication administration and document dosage and time.
• Monitor residents for medication responses and report adverse reactions to the supervising nurse.
• Assist residents with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meals, and mobility.
• Recognize and report changes in resident conditions to charge staff.
• Observe, record, and report resident care, conditions, concerns, and intake/output as required.
• Support coworkers by providing assistance as needed.
• Complete admission, discharge, and transfer documentation as required.
• Provide housekeeping duties, including cleaning of common areas and resident rooms.
• Answer phone calls, greet visitors, and provide tours of the community when necessary.

• Standing, sitting, walking, and changing positions frequently.
• Lifting up to 25 lbs.; pushing/pulling up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to push a resident in a wheelchair up to 350 lbs.
• Use safety equipment such as gait belts and mechanical lifts as required.

• Follow proper procedures for resident care, including two-person lifts when necessary.
• Use required PPE to prevent exposure to blood borne pathogens.
• Report work-related injuries within 12 hours and participate in required documentation.
• Participation in company drug testing procedures.

This job operates in an indoor environment with adequate lighting and ventilation. It may include attending outdoor or public activities with residents.

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Completion of a Certified Medication Aide/Med Level One course and active certification in the state of MO.
• Training at the community to obtain Med Level One course certification.
• Active certification in good standing.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.