SRO Medication Coordinator 1

DePaul•Town/Village of East Rochester, NY

6d•$22 - $22

About The Position

DePaul’s Parkside Community Residence-Single Room Occupancy (CR-SRO) Program is seeking a full-time Medication Coordinator 1 for the day shift. The role coordinates medication ordering, recordkeeping, storage, and supervision for residents in accordance with physician’s orders, agency policy, and New York State Office of Mental Health regulations. The coordinator works with residents, medical providers, pharmacies, and residential staff to support accurate and timely medication management and appointment scheduling. The position also supports staff training, monitors self-medication, maintains a clean and welcoming medication room, and protects resident confidentiality.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and excellent organizational skills demonstrated through prior medication management experience, or an advanced educational degree.
One year of experience working with medications.
At least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

A clean New York State driving record as outlined in DePaul’s personnel policy.

Responsibilities

Log in resident medications, verify label accuracy, complete required documentation, and store medications according to DePaul policy and NYS Office of Mental Health regulations.
Copy prescriptions and update client charts and medication and treatment records when medications are newly prescribed or changed.
Inventory medications in a timely manner to identify items that need to be ordered.
Ensure prescriptions are refilled as needed.
Maintain effective systems for ordering all medications.
Liaise with residents, doctors, pharmacies, providers, and residential staff to ensure timely and accurate medication ordering and appointment scheduling as needed.
Oversee supervision of residents’ medications according to physician’s orders, agency policy, and NYS Office of Mental Health regulations.
Review the Medications Administration Record (MAR) daily to ensure accurate medication supervision.
Report significant medication issues, such as missed doses, refusals, or adverse reactions, to the Medication Coordinator 2, Assistant Director, or Residential Services Coordinator.
Assist with training and orienting applicable new staff on proper supervision of resident medications.
Monitor and document residents participating in the self-medication process.
Maintain resident confidentiality and demonstrate a caring, positive attitude toward residents, family members, staff, guests, and service providers.
Keep the medication room clean, organized, quiet, and welcoming for residents.
Perform other duties necessary for effective operation of the program and medication room.