Medication Specialist

Behavioral Health Network, Inc.; Greenfield (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

403(b)

Educational assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network, Inc. in Greenfield, MA seeks a Medication Specialist to oversee resident medication management within the Connections program.

You will work with the Recovery Supervisor and Program Director to ensure medications are administered correctly and documented securely. You will connect residents with prescribers, support aftercare planning, and contribute to training staff on medication policies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of and promotion of recovery.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate directions clearly to staff.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing resident medication management with supervisor.
• Managing medication needs following the 6 Rights of Medication Management.
• Ensuring medications are taken as prescribed and reporting errors.
• Connecting residents to providers to start/continue medications.
• Aiding aftercare planning across care settings.
• Overseeing medication disposal and stock management.
• Maintaining secure documentation of medication administration records.

Skills

Recovery knowledge

Critical thinking

Clear communication

MS Office

Electronic Medical Records (Carelogic)

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Carelogic EMR

Job description

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938, BHN has helped individuals, families, and communities thrive through compassionate, high-quality care and support. With deep roots in Western Massachusetts and a growing presence in communities throughout the state, we are currently seeking a Medication Specialist to join ourConnections team and help advance our mission of empowering people to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

What We Offer:

• Purpose-Driven Work – Make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities throughout Western Massachusetts.
• Professional Growth – Access ongoing training, mentorship, career development, and advancement opportunities across one of the region’s largest behavioral health organizations.
• Supportive Team Culture – Join a collaborative workplace guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
• Stability & Opportunity – Build your career with a well-established organization serving Western Massachusetts since 1938.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.
• Certified Great Place to Work – Work for an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

What You Will Do:

• Overseeing resident medication management along with the Recovery Specialist Supervisor and Program Director.
• Managing resident’s medication needs by following the 6 Rights of Medication Management.
• Ensuring medications are taken as prescribed and reporting errors or incidents when a medication is taken improperly to a supervisor and other regulatory authorities immediately.
• Connecting residents to providers and prescribers to start and continue medications to prevent running out of medications.
• Aiding residents with after care planning for prescribed medications for their care across different levels of care, service settings, and providers.
• Overseeing regular medication disposal to prevent accumulation of medications.
• Counting and maintaining the stock of non-expired medications & clean, appropriate supplies, including ensuring proper functioning of the medication refrigerator.
• Maintaining accurate, timely, secure, & confidential documentation on medication administration records/medication sheets of medications stored & disposed of and those in possession of residents.
• Writing or creating medication policies and procedures.
• Orienting & training both new residents & program staff on medication policies and procedures.
• Supporting ongoing staff development through coaching, mentoring, and role modeling, including arranging regular naloxone and medication management trainings.
• Providing crisis intervention and emergency services, as needed.
• Adhering to the regulations and requirements of licensing and funding sources at all times.

The Connections program in Greenfield, MA is a 24-bed residential treatment program serving adult male/nonbinary individuals. Recovery homes provide a safe, structured, and comprehensive rehabilitative environment that supports individuals with their recovery goals after medical and clinical stabilization. Treatment includes care management, group treatment, individualized treatment plans, and peer support.

Who You Are:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required).
• Knowledge of and ability to promote recovery (required).
• Strong critical thinking skills (required).
• Ability to communicate directions to staff clearly and appropriately (required).
• Proficiency with MS Office, internet, and email systems (required).
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (Carelogic) (preferred).

We Hire for HEART!

Since 1938, BHN has delivered high-quality, culturally responsive behavioral health care, building deep roots in Western Massachusetts while expanding our impact in communities throughout the state. Our core values—Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork—guide how we lead, serve, and support one another. If you’re ready to bring your skills and experience to a mission-driven organization where your work can make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you.

BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Available Schedules:

Full Time: Sunday-Thursday, 7:00am-3:30pm

Pay Rate/Range:

$22.50/hr

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School Diploma/GED or better.

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