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$19/hr–$21/hr
Full-time
high school
Health Care Plan, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Retirement Plan, 403B
Posted 37d ago
~36 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Medication Specialist provides oversight and training for safe medication practices within residential programs for individuals with co-occurring disorders. They act as a liaison between medical providers and staff while managing medication audits, supplies, and tracking systems.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and pass BSAS Medication Training. Experience working with individuals facing substance use or mental health challenges is preferred.
Full job description
Position Summary
The Medication Specialist position is designed to provide an additional layer of oversight to ensure safe and effective medication practices within the GRIT co-occurring enhanced residential programs. The Medication Specialist will provide support, assistance, and training with various medication related tasks. Additionally, they will function as a liaison between the nurses, prescriber, program staff, and residents. The Medication Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the integrated treatment of individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders in a residential setting. This position ensures the safe, effective, and compassionate administration of medications, while promoting recovery-oriented care and collaboration across disciplines within the program.
Complete and document weekly medication audits for all program participants currently enrolled. Identify and communicate any med room errors in need of follow up, correction and reporting.
Maintain the medication tracking binder, ensuring paperwork for discharged residents has been removed and scanned into the electronic health record.
Monitor outgoing and incoming paperwork for external appointments.
Monitor the med room board to ensure refills needed are obtained, pick-ups occur, and new orders are verified.
Provide oversight and training for staff needing extra support with medication-related tasks and procedures.
Maintain the cleanliness and order of the medication room on a regular basis. Ensure that all med room supplies remain stocked and are ordered and obtained as needed.
Maintain familiarity with various procedures including gathering information for the prescriber before weekly appointments, accessing information from the electronic health record and other management systems, printing and changing over monthly MOS forms and completing medication transfer forms for discharges. Provide training and support for other staff when these tasks require coverage.
Maintain Naloxone (Narcan) supply and tracking systems for program use and individual distribution. Provide opioid overdose and Naloxone administration training for staff and residents quarterly.
Conduct regular medication disposals according to the timeline established with the Nurse Manager.
About the GRIT Program
The GRIT program at MHA provides residential rehabilitation for individuals with substance use challenges and co-occurring mental health conditions. Residents participate in individualized counseling, recovery-focused programming, and community activities such as education, job training, or employment, all within a structured and supportive environment. With locations in Springfield (men’s programs) and Holyoke (LGBTQIA+ program), GRIT combines the comforts of home with access to vital resources. A skilled, multidisciplinary team works closely with each resident to support recovery, personal growth, and long-term stability, while creating personalized aftercare plans for a successful return to the community.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Mental Health Association is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Must complete and pass the BSAS Medication Training. Attend and complete all required BSAS Medication Specialist training courses. Maintain a good record of demonstration of these skills.
Ability to work first shift M-F hours, with some flexibility based on the needs of the program.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time, prioritize tasks, take initiative, follow through, and work cooperatively as a member of a team.
Good oral, written, computer, and organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to the changing needs of the program participants.
Strong interpersonal skills, patience, caring, and compassion.
Must be at least eighteen years old.
High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
At least six months of applicable experience in the program environment is preferred. Experience with individuals with substance use and/or mental health challenges preferred.
MHA (Mental Health Association) is a nonprofit provider of mental health & addiction recovery services in Western Mass.
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1960
Headquarters
Chicopee, Massachusetts
LinkedIn followers
2,411
MHA is committed to building an agency of excellence for its clients, staff and community. We will continue to strive to be the premier provider of residential and support services, noted for innovation, commitment and dedication. We conceptualize a community where all individuals have the skills and opportunities to achieve their aspirations. Our aim is to create an atmosphere where dignity, respect and equality are commonplace, where all individuals can reach their maximum potential. Through flexibility, continuous self-examination and knowledge of current and effective practices, MHA will remain on the cutting edge of service delivery. For those areas of an individual’s life that can be improved, MHA will seek to do so. For those areas in which answers are yet to come, MHA will bring hope. Respect, Integrity, Compassion!
Offices: 350 Memorial Dr, Chicopee, Massachusetts 01020, US
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