Medication Technician (PRN)

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

A state government agency in Pierre, South Dakota is seeking a Medication Technician to administer medications and support clients in their development at the South Dakota Developmental Center. This role involves behavior management, maintaining accurate medication records, and providing guidance in life skills and therapy. Applicants should have a high school diploma and must complete the South Dakota Medication Certification course. This is a temporary position with varied hours and shifts.

Qualifications

• Must complete the South Dakota Medication Certification course.
• A licensed nurse may delegate medication administration to unlicensed personnel.
• Experience with developmental disability settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments to clients.
• Maintains medication records.
• Provides continual guidance on life skills and behavior.
• Participates in close observation of clients.
• Follow non-violent crisis intervention when needed.

Skills

Medication Administration

Behavior Management

Crisis Intervention Techniques

Reporting

Social Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Computer and data entry software

Job description

Job Summary

Medication Technician's carry out individual training, behavior management, and therapy programs from a variety of therapeutic disciplines to ensure that each person served at the South Dakota Developmental Center (SDDC) will develop to their fullest potential. Medication Technician's maintain a structured and healthy environment designed to enhance the well-being of persons served while providing continual guidance regarding life skills, academic skills, and work skills to ensure appropriate social interaction. Implements approved behavioral intervention techniques. Accompanies individuals to appointments as necessary. Providing support and motivation through interactions with clients. Participates in close observation of clients at SDDC. Redirects unacceptable behavior if possible and applies physical restraint if necessary, utilizing non-violent crisis intervention techniques to defuse potentially violent situations. This position would be responsible for administering medications and treatments to clients and maintains medication records to ensure accurate dispensing of medications. Will handle hazardous medications. Will need to be able to lift up to 50 lbs. This is an as needed (PRN) position and could work varied hours and shifts. This position would be responsible for administering medications and treatments to clients and maintains medication records to ensure accurate dispensing of medications.

Licenses and Certifications

Must complete the South Dakota Medication Certification course. A licensed nurse may delegate the administration of medications authorized only to unlicensed assistive personnel who have a minimum of high school education or the equivalent and who are registered with the Board of Nursing.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Current Medication Certification or past experience passing medications.

Knowledge of

• techniques used in conducting teaching plans for people with developmental disabilities;
• facility routine;
• basic social skills;
• principles of basic human behavior;
• safety procedures and practices;
• basic health care;
• protective health measures;
• physical and emotional needs of people served.

Skill to

• prepare routine reports;
• follow established policies and procedures;
• carry out procedures of teaching or treatment plans with people served;
• understand and apply instructions;
• communicate information clearly and concisely;
• compare information and recognize discrepancies;
• use a computer and applicable data entry software;
• quickly analyze and react to emergency and stressful situations while remaining calm;
• exercise tact and discretion in dealing with others.

Ability to

• be a positive role model;
• make effective decisions in emergencies;
• lead the people in assigned tasks;
• provide academic guidance;
• follow established policies and procedures;
• carry out procedures of teaching or treatment plans with people served;
• accurately observe and report individuals' behavior and other responses to treatment;
• establish and maintain good working relationships with staff and persons served;
• provide work direction to staff regarding methods to assist people with developmental disabilities as needed;
• prepare routine reports.

Background and Screening

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening. Please note this is a temporary or seasonal, non-benefited position, exempt from civil service.

How to Apply

https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=3AY

Applicants have the option to fill out the online application: or The State of South Dakota Seasonal/Temporary Application form and email or mail it to the address listed below.

Applications can be emailed or mailed to:
Email to: Jamie [e-mail]
Or mail to: 7267 W 3rd Street, Redfield, SD 57469
Or drop off in person to an HR Representative

Seasonal Note

*Seasonal positions can be filled prior to the closing date.*

Equal Opportunity Statement

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER