Adolescent Residential Care Associate & Med Tech

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Paid Time Off from day one

401k plan

Education assistance program

Employee assistance program

Shift differential for evening/night/ 

Shift differential for weekend shifts

Job summary

Meritus Health in Hagerstown, MD, is seeking a Residential Care Associate / Med Tech to support adolescents in a therapeutic residential setting. You will provide hands-on care, facilitate groups, manage daily routines, and help maintain a safe, supportive environment.

In this role you will administer medications under supervision, document accurately, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized treatment plans. A valid driver's license and CPR/BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED required; related degree preferred.
• Experience with adolescents in residential care preferred.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Able to pass background check, physical, and drug screening.
• CMT through Maryland Board of Nursing preferred—or willingness to complete training.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Willingness to complete residential training and CPS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to adolescents in a residential treatment program.
• Facilitate therapeutic groups and daily routines.
• Administer medications under supervision and document accurately.
• Monitor resident safety and respond to behavioral needs with empathy and professionalism.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support individualized treatment plans.
• Transport residents to appointments and community activities.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new staff.

Skills

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Documentation

Resident care

Empathy

Safety monitoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's in psychology/social work

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

CMT certification

Job description

Meritus Health in Hagerstown, MD, is seeking a Residential Care Associate / Med Tech to support adolescents in a therapeutic residential setting. You will provide hands-on care, facilitate groups, manage daily routines, and help maintain a safe, supportive environment.

In this role you will administer medications under supervision, document accurately, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized treatment plans. A valid driver's license and CPR/BLS are required.