CMA- Life Services Coordinator
About The Position
Maggie's Place is seeking a Life Services Coordinator with a valid Certified Medication Aide (CMA) credential to join its Memory Care team in Overland Park, Kansas. The role supports residents’ independence and well-being by providing personal care, medication assistance, companionship, meals, housekeeping, and social and recreational activities in accordance with resident service plans and established procedures. The community offers independent living, assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory care. CMA shifts are generally 4, 8, or 12 hours, with openings listed for both full-time and part-time schedules. Available shifts include days (6 a.m.–2:30 p.m.), evenings (2 p.m.–10:30 p.m.), and nights (10 p.m.–6:30 a.m.). The community is tobacco-free and follows CMS and CDC protocols and guidelines.
Requirements
- At least 1–2 years of previous experience working with individuals with dementia; memory care experience is preferred.
- At least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or equivalent GED.
- Valid CMA credential in the state where applying.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a memory care setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide services assigned in resident service plans, including grooming and dressing guidance, bathing assistance, and medication reminders or assistance.
- Report significant changes in tenants to the nurse; monitor, report, and document changes in tenant needs, preferences, or health status according to established procedures.
- Review the Staff 24-Hour Communication log and corresponding Tenant Service Notes daily for information about changes in service needs or health conditions.
- Prepare and serve meals and snacks, monitor food expiration dates, and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
- Complete housekeeping duties, including dusting, vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms and common spaces, changing bed linens, and providing laundry services.
- Maintain the activity calendar and engage tenants in spiritual, educational, game, music, and physical activities.
- Provide companionship.
- Work effectively with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
- Follow safety policies while providing care and assuring resident safety; uphold organizational policies and procedures.
- Attend and participate in facility meetings and assigned in-service training programs.
- Follow infection control guidelines.
- Observe residents’ rights, including privacy and dignity.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision care plans with company cost share (full-time only).
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program, including counseling sessions for team members and their families.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Holiday premium pay.
- Volunteer time off.
- Referral bonus.
- Service award bonus.
- Career path development.
- Tuition assistance and certification course payment.
- Fun and engaging team environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
