Memory Care Specialist/QMAP - The Commons
About The Position
Hilltop's mission is to create connection to build a community where everyone belongs. We value Relationship, Integrity, Courage, Inclusivity, Growth, and Fun. Who We Are: At Hilltop Community Resources, we are more than a multi-faceted non-profit organization that serves our community. We’re a large and vibrant collection of creative and driven individuals that each play a unique and important part in what we do every day. Headquartered in beautiful Western Colorado, Hilltop is invested in the betterment of where we live, work and play. For 75 years, Hilltop has provided resources and support for a wide range of people of all ages, stages and walks of life. Our approach is rooted in our values that we weave into everything we do. We care about people and prioritize a healthy and happy workplace culture. The Part You’ll Play: Working at Hilltop is a fantastic opportunity with lots of chances for growth, connection and team building. Hilltop values the employee experience and promotes a culture of purpose and belonging for every employee. We believe work can be fulfilling and fun. This role is no exception. An overview of this position entails…
Requirements
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- Minimum 18 years of age required.
- Colorado Identification Card
- Food Handler’s Card (required within six months of employment)
- Hilltop Dementia Certification (required within six months of employment)
- Qualified Medication Administration Personnel (QMAP) Certification
Nice To Haves
- one year of direct care experience working with the Alzheimer’s population preferred.
- Experience providing personal care and assistance with ADL’s required.
- CPR Certificate/First Aid Certificate (preferred)
- De-Escalation Training (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior that align with the values of Hilltop’s Assisted Living Communities (ALCs), including Service 1, how we treat each other, and Service 2, how we treat our residents. Service 1 and Service 2 is demonstrated by setting boundaries, being predictable, consistent, kind, and transparent.
- Understand and strictly follow all applicable Hilltop, Fountains, and state and federal rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain professional boundaries with all residents, while maintaining the dignity, confidentiality, services, and rights of every client.
- Providing protective oversight, to include assisting residents, maintaining a safe physical environment, redirecting and assisting disoriented or confused residents, applying and following house rules and honoring resident rights, appropriately reporting and assisting residents experiencing difficulties, and identifying and monitoring visitors to the facility.
- Providing social supervision, including helping with transportation and ambulation to events, assisting with communication of and attendance to social events, and assisting with general socialization.
- Providing for the sanitation and safety of residents, including monitoring the safety of the living and common areas, removing and reporting any safety hazards, maintaining safety supplies, redirecting residents away from unsafe areas or situations, etc.
- Providing personal care to residents as directed by the specific care plan and appropriately documenting care given.
- Monitoring ambulation and assisting residents to and from meals and/or activities.
- Performing housekeeping duties to include but not limited to mopping, dusting, trash removal, linen change, stocking supplies, vacuuming, disinfecting/sanitizing, cleaning bathrooms, cleaning bedrooms, cleaning living rooms, cleaning wheel chairs and walkers, organization of apartment, and laundry.
- Answering radio, pager, and pendant requests for assistance.
- Assist residents with memory care activities and social supervision.
- Order meals for residents and serve as needed, clean and sanitize the dining area.
- Redirection and de-escalation of behavioral residents.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay and Benefits
- Part-time and full-time schedules that can fit your needs.
- Professional and personal development opportunities for all employees
- A supportive and inclusive work environment
- Meaningful work that makes a positive impact in the community and lives of others
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
