Participant Specialist; CNA - Senior Daybreak

Description

Hilltop's mission is to create connection to build a community where everyone belongs. We value Relationship, Integrity, Courage, Inclusivity, Growth, and Fun.

Who We Are
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At Hilltop Community Resources, we are more than a multi-faceted non-profit organization that serves our community. We’re a large and vibrant collection of creative and driven individuals that each play a unique and important part in what we do every day. Headquartered in Western Colorado, Hilltop is invested in the betterment of where we live, work and play. For 75 years, Hilltop has provided resources and support for a wide range of people of all ages, stages and walks of life.

Our approach is rooted in our values that we weave into everything we do. We care about people and prioritize a healthy and happy workplace culture.

The Part You’ll Play
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Working at Hilltop is a fantastic opportunity with lots of chances for growth, connection and team building. Hilltop values the employee experience and promotes a culture of purpose and belonging for every employee. We believe work can be fulfilling and fun. This role is no exception. This position is responsible for ensuring senior participants with dementia have a safe, stimulating, and enjoyable experience in the adult day program while their caregivers get a break.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist participants with activities of daily living to include toileting, walking, eating, and transferring based on the individual ability level and degree of dementia.
• Initiate conversation and social interaction with participants during the day and with families as they pick up and deliver participants.
• Provide activity direction to include brain stimulating, physical, and social activities for participants throughout the day.
• Observe and report health or behavior concerns/changes to Director and nurse.
• Complete interventions and required documentation promptly, accurately, and legibly.
• Provide behavior management techniques appropriate to dementia to diffuse anger or keep participants safe and reassured (i.e., distraction, redirection, validation).
• Perform housekeeping duties including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, trash removal, stocking supplies, disinfecting, cleaning bathrooms, cleaning kitchen, and tidying all areas of the facility.
• Assist with loading and unloading of participants in or out of transportation.
• Maintain professional boundaries with all participants enrolled in any Hilltop program or residing at any of Hilltop’s facilities, while protecting dignity, confidentiality, and privacy rights.
• Maintain professional behavior with co-workers and outside agencies.
• Attend team meetings and in-service trainings as scheduled.

More Specifically, In This Role We Request
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This position requires some specific skills that we hope you can bring.

Education & Experience

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), a current Certified Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA), and three to six months memory care experience, and QMAP or Dementia Certification or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Colorado Driver’s License (required)
• Certified Nursing Assistant License (required)
• Qualified Medication Administration Personnel (QMAP) (preferred)
• CPR Certificate/First Aid Certificate (preferred)
• Hilltop Dementia Certification (preferred)

Now Tell Us About You
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Here’s your chance to shine! Hilltop recognizes the unique experiences and skill sets every individual brings to the table. We know the journey is different for everyone. Please apply to share your background, education, previous experience or special qualities you can bring to this role. This position will stop accepting applications on 02/10/2026.

Before you join the Hilltopper Community
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Connections come with care! Before you join our team, you will be required to go through some background checks and health clearances to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone in our community.

Clearances & Health Requirements

The following background checks are conducted by Hilltop Community Resources:

• Hilltop Criminal Background Check
• DORA Check
• Sex Offender Registry
• Driving Record
• Co…