Medication Coordinator, Residential Transition - Sykesville, United States - Way Station Inc.

Description

The Segue Residential Transition Program assists with helping individuals transition out of state psychiatric hospitals. Segue clients are clinically stable and ready to leave the hospital. The services provided assist clients with learning how to manage their illnesses and develop independent living skills.

What to expect.

This is an opportunity to provide support for mental health treatment.

You will oversee
medication management for clients,
train staff in medication monitoring procedures,
assess for potential crisis, and
implement crisis intervention actions as appropriate.

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Providing transportation to and
  attending clients' medical appointments, as necessary. You will ensure client understanding and proper followup of prescribed medications.

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Developing medication plans for all clients receiving services.

• Providing
  education and linkage to clients regarding medication and health services.
• Counseling clients on the
  potential side effects of medication.

What you'll get from us.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives


We offer:

• A commitment to ongoing training and education, including a robust tuition reimbursement program.
• Comprehensive retirement, medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paidtimeoff and flexible scheduling.
• Complimentary employee assistance program.
• And more

What we need from you.

• A high school diploma or GED.
• A driver's license with 3points or less and access to an insured vehicle.
• Knowledge of medications, side effects, therapeutic effects, and the ability to effectively communicate this knowledge.
• Sheppard Pratt's missiondriven culture offers an environment where you can explore what motivates you both professionally and personally. Impact opportunities include hospitals, special education schools, residential programs, outpatient centers, and more. We offer continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and career development programs to facilitate your professional growth. Together, we can put your purpose to work._