Healthcare & Medical Coordination Specialist

Adults and Children with Learning Disabilities; Kings Park (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Adults and Children with Learning Disabilities seeks a Medical Coordination Specialist in Kings Park, NY. The role provides medical coordination, support, and guidance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities within a residential setting.

You will advocate for people supported, promote health and safety, and mentor in independent living skills as outlined in their Life Plan. Required are a high school diploma, English communication skills, AMAP/SCIP/CPR/First Aid

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to communicate and understand in English, both verbally and in writing.
• AMAP (Approved Medication Administration Personnel) Certification.
• SCIP Core Certification, CPR, First Aid and AED certifications may be required.
• Experience with developmentally disabled population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dispensing and documentation of medication per AMAP.
• Maintain medication stock for each person supported.
• Meet with residential nurse for weekly coordination.
• Schedule and follow up medical appointments and collect paperwork.
• Prepare MARs and review documents for accuracy.
• Support the well-being and autonomy of people supported.

Skills

English communication

Documentation

Computer skills

Coaching/ counseling

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Adults and Children with Learning Disabilities seeks a Medical Coordination Specialist in Kings Park, NY. The role provides medical coordination, support, and guidance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities within a residential setting.

You will advocate for people supported, promote health and safety, and mentor in independent living skills as outlined in their Life Plan. Required are a high school diploma, English communication skills, AMAP/SCIP/CPR/First Aid