Medication Specialist

Center for Human Development (CHD)•Northampton, MA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Center for Human Development, CHD, is currently seeking a full-time Medication Specialist for our Grace House residential program. CHD’s Grace House is a residential treatment program for mothers in early recovery located in Northampton, MA. The program can house up to fourteen mothers with children in a collective living environment, where they share space and resources in an effort to build a recovery community and encourage peaceful living. As a therapeutic setting, we strive to provide each family with a safe, nurturing environment where mothers and their children can experience success. Grace House is considered a Medication Observation Program (MOP). The Medication Specialist role is a full-time position and is a combination of Med Specialist and Direct care.

Requirements

At least two years of working experience in mental health/SUD
One year of working experience with medications or have MAP or MOP certification
Associate degree preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure proper medication observation strategies are being followed
Ensure patient and resident prescription medications and over the counter drugs are being taken properly and desired health outcomes are achieved
Initial and ongoing monitoring of medications
Addressing medication supply and adherence concerns
Coordinating care between providers, participant, and clinical team
Inventory and storage
Monitoring use and safe handling of medications
Disposal of medications
Transporting medications
Assisting in re-packaging medications into pill organizers/boxes and alternative dosage systems
Weekly requisitions of all participants' medication regime/adherence in preparation to present to clinical team during weekly clinical meetings
Facilitate ongoing communication with leadership and clinical team about any issues relating to medication