Medication Technician

Shine; Yucca Valley (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-sponsored health and wellness days

Job summary

A dedicated support services organization in California is seeking a full-time Direct Support Professional/Medication Technician. In this role, you will improve health outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities by providing hands-on support, implementing care plans, and monitoring medication administration. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and a valid LVN license, as well as experience working with neurodivergent individuals. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, and company-sponsored wellness days.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities is highly valued.
• Familiarity with caregiving, assisted living, social work, nursing home, or transitional housing environments.
• Experience with autism or developmental disabilities valued.
• Familiarity with caregiving environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to a clean and safe care environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Implement individualized care plans and facilitate social/recreational activities.
• Document services and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Administer and monitor medications, ensuring accuracy and adherence.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for client health outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in California

Job description

About Shine

Shine is dedicated to providing support services that empower neurodivergent individuals to lead independent, fulfilling lives in a safe and supportive environment. Partnered with the Department of Developmental Disabilities and local Regional Centers, we ensure our clients have every opportunity to exercise their rights, build meaningful relationships, and uphold their responsibilities for the highest quality of life possible.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a full-time Direct Support Professional/Medication Technician who is dedicated to improving health outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities. In this role, you will support clients with activities of daily living, implement individualized care plans, monitor behaviors, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to maintain a safe, inclusive, and this position also carries responsibility for medication administration, ensuring clients receive the correct medications and dosages in accordance with physician orders. The role includes working closely with psychiatrists and medical providers to support ongoing evaluation of medication regimens and contribute to recommendations when adjustments may be appropriate.

This is an ongoing, full-time position approximately 32-40 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide hands‑on support to individuals with developmental disabilities, assisting with activities of daily living (personal hygiene, meals, medications) while promoting independence and well‑being
• Implement individualized care plans and behavioral strategies to maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment, and facilitate social/recreational activities to enhance quality of life
• Document services, track progress, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Administer and monitor medications, including subcutaneous injections, ensuring accuracy, proper storage, and adherence to physician orders
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support client health outcomes and contribute informed recommendations regarding medication management

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in California.
• Experience working with individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities is highly valued.
• Familiarity with caregiving, assisted living, social work, nursing home, or transitional housing environments.
• Strong interpersonal skills (written and verbal communication), with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, families, and colleagues.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment for individuals in your care.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Why Join Us?

By joining our Care team, you’ll contribute to a mission‑driven organization committed to creating a safe, empowering environment for neurodivergent adults. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and continuous improvement and seek a care professional who shares our dedication to a thriving workplace and a meaningful impact on our clients' lives.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-sponsored health and wellness days