WEST SIDE FED SR.SUP·New York
The Program Aide Medication provides hands-on personal care and supports safe medication administration for older adults and residents with disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring resident health changes, and completing accurate care documentation.
Program aide - Medication
$18.50/hr.
Position Hours: 35
The West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing, Inc. (WSFSSH) is a community‐based organization whose mission is to provide safe, affordable housing with supportive services within a residential setting which enhances the independence and dignity of each person. WSFSSH develops, manages, and provides housing for low‐ income older persons, many of whom live with mental illness and/or have experienced homelessness.
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.
Administer orassistwith self-administration of routine medications aspermittedby 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 asappropriate.
Assistwith eating/feeding as needed, following diet orders and safety guidelines (e.g., aspiration precautions if applicable).
Escort residents todoctorsand other appointments.
Visit residents who are hospitalized.
Assistresidents inparticipatingin recreational activities.
Complete service notes, shift logs, incident reports, and care documentation accurately and on time.
Westside Federation for Senior & Supportive Housing offers full-time employees a comprehensive choice of benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) retirement savings, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life & Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), commuter benefits and more. Voluntary benefit options and time off include 11-12 paid Federal Holidays as well as vacation and sick time.
WSFSSH is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO); employment is based on qualifications, without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristics as established by law.
Tuesday through Saturday from 07: 00 am to 03:00 pm 35 Hours
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and CPR/First Aid certification. A minimum of 2 years of experience providing care or medication assistance to older adults or individuals with disabilities is preferred.
Market context
In New York, Program Aide Medication roles are often sought in settings serving older adults and people with disabilities, where dependable medication support is essential. Competition can be strong because employers typically look for a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid certification, and prior care or medication-assistance experience; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help candidates review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your certification status and be ready to describe hands-on medication support experience.
