Group Home Med Liaison- Sunset
About The Position
We’re seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Liaison to join our Residential Services team. This vital role ensures the coordination of health services and supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) living in a Favarh residential home. The Medical Liaison plays a key role in maintaining health records, coordinating appointments, and ensuring medications are administered safely and accurately. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, medically knowledgeable, and passionate about supporting others in leading healthy, independent lives.
Requirements
- One year of experience in Health, Education, Rehabilitation, or Residential Services
- Medication Administration Certification (or willingness to obtain within 3 months of hire)
- Must complete required training within 30 days of hire
- Physical restraint and CPR training (required within 6 months of hire)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Nice To Haves
- Computer literacy preferred (Therap experience a plus)
Responsibilities
- Schedule and attend medical appointments for residents, including primary care, dental, and psychiatric care
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in compliance with DDS licensing regulations
- Communicate with physicians and follow up on all medical recommendations
- Ensure completion of paperwork and documentation for appointments and follow-ups
- Dispense and/or oversee administration of medications and fill pill boxes weekly
- Place medication orders and review Kardex for accuracy
- Maintain adequate medical and first aid supplies
- Monitor and implement health tracking in Therap with Residential Manager and Nurse
- Assist with completing nursing logs and transferring documentation to files
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including hygiene, cooking, dressing, and housekeeping
- Support implementation of individual teaching and behavioral programs
- Participate in the development and documentation of habilitation goals and IPs
- Offer immediate support for minor behavioral issues and escalate more serious concerns
- Lead leisure and recreational activities and encourage resident engagement
- Promote dignity and civil rights of all residents
- Provide on-the-floor training to Residential Instructors as assigned
- Communicate effectively with team members and provide shift updates
- Serve as backup support to the on-call Manager when needed
- Attend and contribute to staff meetings, trainings, and agency events
- Ensure proper documentation in Therap (T-logs, medication logs, behavior tracking)
- Report maintenance needs and support budget tracking for participant expenses
- Assist residents with banking, budgeting, and personal purchases
- Maintain interdepartmental communication and public relations
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Free Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Health Insurance (opt-in)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contributions up to 12%
- Free Long-Term Disability Insurance
- EBHRA Health Reimbursement Plan ($2,150 annually)
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Comprehensive training and professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
