What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICATION SPECIALIST, ANSWER HOUSE position at Middlesex Human Service Agency?
Role Title : Medication Specialist
Location : On-site, Answer House (South Boston)
About Us : Middlesex Human Service Agency is a leader in providing essential services that address the needs of vulnerable populations. We are passionate about our mission to uplift and support individuals and families across the region.
Answer House is a men's recovery home for up to 28 residents. The program runs 6 months for males with substance use disorders providing individual and group counseling focusing on addiction treatment, psychoeducation, building life skills, and relapse prevention. Our mission is to provide structure and support for residents to find employment, reestablish family and community connections, and pursue healthy and life-long recovery goals.
The Role : As a Medication Specialist with MHSA, you'll be integral in advancing our mission to deliver high-quality person-centered services. You'll take on critical tasks that directly impact the communities we serve by ensuring safe, effective, and BSAS-compliant distribution, storage, management, and self-administration of medications for participants of the Answer House Program. You will play a key role in helping individuals in their recovery journey, contributing to the overall goals of our substance use treatment program.
Key Responsibilities :
- Maintain open and professional communication with clients, staff, and external contacts.
- Ensure the privacy and confidentiality of clients and staff in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and MHSA policies.
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of Answer House Program policies and the philosophy of treatment.
- Conduct thorough assessments of clients' treatment plans and manage prescribed medications.
- Oversee the self-administration of medications as per treatment plans, prescriber instructions, and BSAS regulations.
- Collaborate with treatment teams to discuss client progress and medication-related concerns.
- Coordinate with external healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care upon discharge.
- Ensure appropriate storage, disposal, and record-keeping of all medications on-site.
- Complete all required documentation, including self-administration records, medication changes, client responses, and discharge plans.
- Comply with BSAS regulations and MHSA policies regarding medication management.
- Complete BSAS Required Notifications, as needed.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures as directed by the Program Director.
- Attend required training sessions and comply with program data collection requirements.
- Abide by all MHSA policies regarding boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical standards.
What We're Looking For :
What We Offer :
Ready to Apply? We're excited to learn more about you! Middlesex Human Service Agency, Inc (MHSA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $25 - $26
