Medication Case Manager - Field Visits & Community Impact

Options for Community Living, Inc.; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Generous PTO (wellness/vacation/sick/H

403(b) retirement plan with employer"s

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Initiatives

Paid Training & On-the-Job Training

Promotional Opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Options for Community Living, Inc. seeks a Medication Case Manager to oversee residents’ medications in the Apartment Treatment Program on Long Island. In-person work at the Ronkonkoma site with field visits is required.

Ideal candidates have a degree and case management experience with mentally ill or homeless populations. The role offers generous benefits, a $41k–$55k salary range, and a non-exempt schedule.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and 2 years of qualifying experience or a Bachelor's degree and 1 year of qualifying experience.
• Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, valid auto insurance and access to a vehicle is required.
• Qualifying experience: verifiable full or part time case management or case work with persons with history of mental illness, homelessness, or chemical dependence.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and monitoring of client medications at the homes of identified clients who are in need of this service.
• Link residents with appropriate resources.
• Engage in ongoing assessment of client needs to determine frequency of medication monitoring.
• Provide education and resource information regarding medication and medical and mental health disorders.
• Prepare clients to monitor and take their medications independently.
• Must adhere to Options’ medication policies and procedures.
• Complete timely submission of medication management progress notes, assessments and other relevant documentation in compliance with department and agency standards.
• Conduct overall assessment of client welfare and appropriate intervention and follow-up as needed.
• Participate in on-going communication with medication prescribers, service providers, Case managers, and any other collateral contacts as needed.
• Provide training on medication management and supervision for Licensed Program staff.
• Must travel to apartment sites within the Mental Health Licensed Program. Must use personal vehicle or agency vehicle when available to travel to sites.
• Assist with medication count supervision across apartment treatment program sites when needed.
• Meet with the Program Supervisor at least once per week to discuss client progress.
• Maintain a case load and perform the duties of a full-time residential counselor as needed.
• Any other relevant tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Safe driving record

Access to a vehicle

Case management experience

Education

Associate’s degree or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Options for Community Living, Inc. seeks a Medication Case Manager to oversee residents’ medications in the Apartment Treatment Program on Long Island. In-person work at the Ronkonkoma site with field visits is required.

Ideal candidates have a degree and case management experience with mentally ill or homeless populations. The role offers generous benefits, a $41k–$55k salary range, and a non-exempt schedule.