About this role
Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day
At Ridgecrest Village, we believe exceptional care begins with exceptional people. We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused Resident Aide / Medication Manager to join our team. In this role, you will build meaningful relationships with residents while providing personal care, medication assistance, and support that promotes dignity, independence, and quality of life.
If you are passionate about serving older adults and want to be part of a team that feels like family, we'd love to meet you.
Why Ridgecrest Village?
When you join Ridgecrest Village, you're joining a community that values both residents and team members. We offer:
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO), Paid holidays, including your birthday!
- Retirement savings plan
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Supportive team environment
- Meaningful work that makes a difference every day
What You'll Do
As a Resident Aide / Medication Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting residents' physical, emotional, and social well-being by:
Resident Care
- Encourage and support residents in maintaining their highest level of self-care.
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) while preserving dignity and independence.
Bathing and showering
- Dressing and personal hygiene
- Grooming and oral care
- Incontinence care
- Ambulation and mobility assistance
- Transfers and positioning
- Prosthetics, braces, and support devices
- Dining assistance and tray service
Medication Management & Clinical Support
- Administer medications in accordance with certification requirements, physician orders, and established policies.
- Monitor residents and report changes in condition to nursing staff.
- Obtain and document vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
- Perform delegated treatments and services within the scope of your training and certification.
- Demonstrate competency in clinical skills, including:
Blood glucose monitoring
- Wound care
- Catheter and ostomy care
- Application of orthopedic braces or supports
- Maintain accurate documentation and resident records.
- Follow infection control, safety, and regulatory standards.
Team & Culture
- Build positive relationships with residents, families, and coworkers.
- Promote a welcoming, respectful, and caring environment.
- Contribute to a culture of teamwork, compassion, and excellence in service.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Current Certified Medication Aide (CMA) certification or eligibility to work within the scope of medication management responsibilities.
- Previous caregiving, assisted living, or senior care experience preferred.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Genuine passion for serving older adults.
- Ability to complete required competency validations and training.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're looking for a rewarding career where your compassion, dedication, and caring spirit are appreciated, we encourage you to apply today. Join Ridgecrest Village and help create a community where residents feel valued, respected, and truly at home.
Ridgecrest Village is an Equal Opportunity Employer.