Medication Coordinator, Residential Rehabilitation
About The Position
The Medication Coordinator will oversee medication management for clients in the Residential Rehabilitation Program (RRP). RRP services are designed for individuals with serious mental illness who have difficulty maintaining housing. The team helps individuals obtain housing, employment, mental health services, and more. This role provides support for mental health treatment by overseeing medication management, training staff, assessing for and implementing crisis intervention, providing transportation to medical appointments, developing medication plans, educating clients on medication and health services, and counseling clients on potential medication side effects.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED.
- An active, non-provisional driver’s license with 3-points or less and access to an insured vehicle.
- Knowledge of medications, side effects, therapeutic effects, and the ability to effectively communicate this knowledge.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee medication management for clients.
- Train staff in medication monitoring procedures.
- Assess for potential crisis and implement crisis intervention actions as appropriate.
- Provide transportation to and attend clients’ medical appointments, as necessary.
- Ensure client understanding and proper follow-up of prescribed medications.
- Develop medication plans for all clients receiving services.
- Provide education and linkage to clients regarding medication and health services.
- Counsel clients on the potential side effects of medication.
Benefits
- A commitment to ongoing training and education, including a robust tuition reimbursement program.
- Comprehensive retirement, medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Generous paid-time-off and flexible scheduling.
- Complimentary employee assistance program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
