Ithaca SRO Medication Coordinator #1847

Lakeview Health Services•Ithaca, NY

53d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Coordinator provides a variety of administrative, coordinating, and monitoring functions related to the self-administration of medications. This role involves counseling, supporting, and aiding individuals with Mental Illnesses and Substance Use concerns in developing skills and engaging in daily living activities. The individual should contribute to a healing environment that respects diverse perspectives and experiences through safe, respectful communication and by honoring individual boundaries and differences. This position is in a residential setting and requires active participation in meetings, trainings, and adherence to regulatory policies.

Requirements

High School Diploma with five (5) years of relevant experience or an associate’s degree in human services or related field with three (3) years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
One (1) year of residential experience preferred.
Health care experience preferred.
Valid NYS Driver’s License as driving is an essential function of the position.
General knowledge and understanding of Mental Health issues, Substance Use concerns and the Psychiatric Rehabilitation model; psychology, personality, and group dynamics; principles and practices of conflict and crisis management, adult learning, motivation, interpersonal communications, household management; independent living skills; the Human Services system; use of motivational interviewing to engage individuals; positive philosophy toward wellness/recovery and trauma informed care.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of residential experience preferred.
Health care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct skills training in individual settings utilizing motivational interviewing.
Provide monitoring of medication oversight procedures.
Conduct weekly, monthly, and quarterly audits on all medication and RC documentation and address findings with RCs and Assistant Manager.
Monitor systems around staff oversight of medications.
Document changes in medications.
Provide new hire training around oversight of self-administration of medications.
Communicate with providers around medication orders, medication changes, and restart orders.
Ensure accurate and timely documentation around medication orders, changes, and errors.
Maintain complete and accurate documentation according to organization policies and procedures.
Actively participate in required meetings, in-service trainings, and other continuing education opportunities.
Know and adhere to all OMH/other agency regulatory policies and procedures.
Provide additional responsibilities as assigned.