Program Aide Medication

WEST SIDE FED SR.SUP•New York, NY

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Program Aide Medication Aide (PAM) provides hands-on personal care assistance and supports safe medication administration to older adults and/or residents with disabilities in a nonprofit senior/supportive housing setting. Additionally, PAMs will assist residents with daily living including eating/dining, escorting to appointments, and helping residents participate in recreational activities inside and outside of the residence. This is a full-time, onsite role (5) days a week.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to provide respectful, hands-on personal care and to support medication processes safely.
Ability to recognize and promptly report adverse reactions, changes in condition, or medication discrepancies.
Strong communications skills, sound judgment, and ability to stay calm in urgent situations.
Basic computer/mobile technology skills for documentation and timekeeping.
Ability to follow written care plans and verbal instructions accurately.
Proficient English communication skills (verbal and written) sufficient for care documentation.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills a plus based on resident needs.
High school diploma or GED required (or preferred based on program requirements).
CPR/First Aid certification required or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe.
Minimum 2 years' experience providing care and/or medication assistance to older adults or individuals with disabilities preferred (home care, assisted living, supportive housing, SNF, etc.).

Responsibilities

Administer or assist with self-administration of routine medications as permitted by state regulations and organizational policy (e.g., oral, topical, inhalers, eye/ear drops—based on authorization).
Follow the “rights” of medication administration (right resident, medication, dose, route, time, documentation) and infection control practices.
Observe and report changes in resident condition (vitals if trained/assigned, cognition, mood, gait, skin integrity, appetite, pain, safety risks).
Respond to urgent situations per protocol and escalate to the Medication Coordinator as appropriate.
Assist with eating/feeding as needed, following diet orders and safety guidelines (e.g., aspiration precautions if applicable).
Escort residents to doctors and other appointments.
Visit residents who are hospitalized.
Assist residents in participating in recreational activities.
Complete service notes, shift logs, incident reports, and care documentation accurately and on time.