Memory Care Aide Location: Catonsville, MD Pay Rate: $30,000 – $40,000 per year
Position Overview A leading senior living organization is seeking compassionate and dedicated Memory Care Aides to join our growing team in Catonsville, Maryland. This is a full-time, on-site position offering the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. We are currently hiring four qualified candidates to support our memory care community.
Key Responsibilities
As a Memory Care Aide, you will provide direct personal care and emotional support to residents in our specialized memory care unit
Your daily responsibilities will include assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting, while maintaining dignity and respect at all times
You will help residents with mobility and transferring using proper techniques and equipment to ensure safety for both residents and staff
You will support residents during meal times, ensuring proper nutrition and hydration while accommodating individual dietary needs and preferences
Documentation of resident care, activities, and any changes in condition will be maintained accurately and reported to nursing staff promptly
You will participate in engaging residents in meaningful recreational and therapeutic activities designed to enhance quality of life and cognitive stimulation
Maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment is essential to this role
You will assist with light housekeeping duties within resident rooms and common areas while following infection control and safety protocols
Requirements
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent GED
One year of experience in a healthcare or caregiving setting, such as a nursing home, assisted living facility, or hospital, is required
Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or completion of a nursing assistant course is preferred and may be required depending on state regulations
You must demonstrate excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to understand and respond to residents' needs compassionately
Physical capability to lift, transfer, and assist residents safely, as well as the ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods, is necessary
A valid driver's license with reliable transportation to maintain consistent attendance is required
Certification in CPR/BLS through the American Heart Association or equivalent is required
You must pass a comprehensive background check, including criminal history screening and reference verification
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a related field is preferred
Screening Questions
How many years of experience do you have relevant to this Memory Care Aide role?
Do you hold any required licenses or certifications for this position?
Are you available to work onsite in Catonsville, MD?
Numbers & Facts
Location
Catonsville, Maryland
Website
https://www.theemployeeconnect.com/
Skills
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)unmatched
Alzheimer'sunmatched
Assisted Livingunmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
CPR Certificationunmatched
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)unmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Dementiaunmatched
Diseaseunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Hospitalunmatched
Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
Infection Controlunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Nursing Homeunmatched
Nutritionunmatched
Personal Careunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Reference Verificationunmatched
State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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