Certified Medication Aide ACSU FT & PT

lifehealthservices.com; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Medication Aide to provide essential care and supervision in a crisis stabilization unit. In this dynamic role, you will ensure the safety and well-being of residents while managing medication self-administration and responding to crisis situations. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on individuals in need, providing support and guidance in a therapeutic environment. If you are passionate about helping others and possess the required certifications, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Retirement Program

Health Insurance

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• Must be a Kentucky Certified Medication Aide with valid driver's license.
• Certification in first aid and CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise residents ensuring safety and security at all times.
• Document daily activities and answer crisis helpline calls.
• Assist residents in utilizing coping skills and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Crisis Management

Documentation Skills

Supervision

Communication Skills

Coping Skills Assistance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Title: Certified Medication Aide

Worksite: Adult Crisis Stabilization Unit

County: Warren

Hours Status: Full-Time, Part-Time

Pay Range: $15.00 Hourly w/ Shift differential

Brief Job Description:

Provides monitoring direct care services at the ACSU 24 hours. Certified Medication Aides are responsible for ensuring safety of residents and maintaining a therapeutic milieu. In addition, Certified Medication Aides respond to crisis calls, process paperwork related to various evaluations, and interact with individuals walking into the facility seeking crisis services. Lastly, Certified Medication Aides document and monitor client self-administration and work with the supervising LPN, RN, and APRN to be a lead in terms of medication issues when other medically trained staff are not on shift.

Essential Functions:

1. Supervise residents ensuring they are safe and secure at all times
2. Implement milieu management system
3. Orient clients to the unit and ensure clients' belongings are searched and secured with clients present
4. Document residential daily activities
5. Answer Helpline and National Suicide Prevention Helpline calls, documenting calls as required
6. Take phone referrals, conduct admission screens, and complete admission materials
7. Take phone referrals for decrim and jail triage evaluations, notify evaluator, assist with telehealth when relevant, assist with paperwork
8. Conduct psycho-ed groups and recreational activities
9. Assist residents in utilizing acceptable coping skills
10. Assist with general cleanliness of the facility
11. Supervise medication self-administration
12. Complete CPR/First Aid, de-escalation/crisis management, and other trainings offered by the ACSU to effectively provide services to residents

QUALIFICATION:

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. Must be a Kentucky Certified Medication Aide. Must have or obtain certification in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

The schedule is negotiable but to include nights or weekends.

***All 30+ hour positions will be enrolled in our company retirement program through the Kentucky Public Pension Authority (KPPA); six percent (6%) of your gross income will be deducted from each check. All LifeSkills Inc. / Pennyroyal Inc. employees who work 30 hours or more a week are required to participate in this program.

The employee contribution rate is set by the State General Assembly. Employee contributions are deposited into member accounts. These contributions to the retirement system are currently tax deferred. Member accounts are kept confidential between the member and the Kentucky Retirement Systems.

LifeSkills is an Equal Opportunity Employer.