Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified (86281)
Northridge Village·Ames, Iowa
Northridge Village·Ames, Iowa
The Life Services Coordinator provides personal care, medication assistance, and housekeeping services to residents in a memory care setting. They are also responsible for engaging residents in social and recreational activities to maximize their independence and well-being.
In general, we offer 8-, and 12-hour shifts for our nursing positions. We have openings for full-time (30+ hours weekly) and part-time (up to 29 hours weekly) positions.
Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified provides services to tenants as assigned and as indicated on Resident Service Plans which may include grooming and dressing guidance, assistance with bathing, and medication reminders/ assistance Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified reports any significant tenant changes to the nurse Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified monitors for changes in tenant needs, preferences, and/or health status, and reports/documents any changes according to established procedures Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified reviews the Staff 24-Hour Communication log and corresponding Tenant Service Notes on a daily basis for information about changes in tenant service needs and/or health conditions Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified prepare and serve meals/snacks, monitor food expiration dates and maintain kitchen cleanliness. Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified complete various housekeeping duties including; dusting, vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms and common spaces, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, make and change bed linens, laundry services. Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified maintains activity calendar and engage tenants in activities such as spiritual, educational, games, music, and physical activities Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified provide companionship Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified works effectively with minimal supervision and in a team setting Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified follows safety policies in performing care, assuring resident safety Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified follows and upholds policies and procedures Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified attends and participates in facility meetings and in-service training programs as assigned Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified follows infection control guidelines Assisted Living Memory Care - CMA/CNA/Non-Certified observes residents’ rights including, but not limited to, privacy, dignity, etc. QualificationsQualifications: Must have 1-2 years’ previous experience working with individuals with dementia, preferably in a memory care setting. Must be at least 18 years of age, with a high school diploma or equivalent GED. Medication Manager OR Certified Medication Aide reccomended. Our Community is a part of a family of Retirement Communities which include: Colonial Village, Overland Park, KS Maggie’s Place of Colonial Village, Overland Park, KS Westchester Village, Lenexa KS Linden Woods Village, Gladstone, MO Raintree Village, Lee's Summit, MO Prairie Vista Village, Altoona, IA Terrace Glen Village, Marion, IA Cedar Ridge Village, West Des Moines, IA Northridge Village, Ames, IA Kennybrook Village, Grimes, IA Scenic Living Communities, Iowa Falls, IA We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability of any other characteristic protected by law. Our family of retirement communities are proud to be a tobacco-free campus, including but not limited to electronic cigarettes. We follow CMS and CDC protocols and guidelines. #CMA #CertifiedMedicationAide #SeniorLiving #SeniorCare #MemoryCare #nrv2024
Candidates must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED and 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with dementia. A Medication Manager or Certified Medication Aide certification is recommended.
Market context
In Iowa, support-services roles often see steady demand because healthcare and home-based care settings rely on dependable staff for daily assistance and continuity. These positions can be competitive when employers need candidates with active Iowa CNA certification, homemaker-home health aide training, and reliable transportation. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license, insurance, and background-check readiness before applying.
