About Us:

The Chapman House is a dedicated residential living environment for senior women. We pride ourselves on providing a safe, comfortable, and nurturing home for our residents. We are looking for professional, compassionate, and safety-minded Certified Residential Medication Aids CRMAs) to join our collaborative care team.

Position Summary:

As a CRMA, you will safely administer prescribed medications following physician orders and internal protocols. You will act as a vital link in our care chain by transcribing new orders into Point Click Care (PCC), updating Medication Administration Records (MARs), and monitoring resident well-being. In the absence of upper management, you will serve as the lead building contact, ensuring the house functions safely and smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

Medication Management:

Administer medications accurately, chart real-time administration, and conduct strict controlled-substance counts using the "Buddy System" during shift changes.

Documentation & Safety:

Transcribe Orders into PCC and update MARs before your shift ends. Co-note and audit peer transcriptions to maintain rigorous multi-check safety protocols.

Resident Care:

Monitor residents for medical or behavioral changes; assist direct care staff with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and personal care needs. Qualifications & Requirements Active Certified Residential Medication Aid (CRMA) Certificate, 40 hour course required. State of Maine Regulatory Licensing & Permitting Registry. Active Personal Support Specialist (PSS) Certificate on State of Maine Regulatory Licensing & Permitting Registry.

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent preferred (Minimum 10th-th grade formal education is required).

Experience:

1 year of prior experience as a CRMA is preferred.

Skills:

Proficient with electronic charting software (Pont Click Care preferred); strong communication skills; ability to remain calm and lead during emergency situations. Physical & Enviornmental Demands Ability to stand, walk, sit, and use computers/office equipment regularly. Physical condition sufficient to provide limited physical assistance to senior residents. Willingness to work in an environment with potential exposure to human waste, body fluids, and medical needles (PPE provided). Flexibility to work a schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Benefits:

Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Voluntary Benefits option Simple IRA (Retirement Plan) Paid Time Off (PTO)

Pay:

$16.97 - $23.84 per hour

Benefits:

AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

License/Certification:

Certified Residential Medication Aide (CRMA- 40 hour) (Required) Personal Support Specialist (PSS) (Required) Shift availability: Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Day Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person