Medication Technician (PRN)

State of South Dakota; Redfield (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The SD Developmental Center in Redfield, SD is seeking a Medication Technician to administer medications and support therapy programs for clients. This PRN role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and adherence to safety and behavioral protocols.

Applicants must complete the South Dakota Medication Certification and have a high school education or equivalent. A background check and drug screening are required; it is a non-benefited, temporary/seasonal position.

Qualifications

• Must complete the South Dakota Medication Certification course.
• High school education or equivalent is required.
• Licensed nurse may delegate medications to unlicensed assistive personnel with proper registration.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments to clients and maintain medication records.
• Provide guidance and support following approved behavioral intervention techniques.
• Assist with training, behavior management, and therapy programs for clients.

Skills

Medication administration

Behavior management

Training and therapy support

Clear communication

Policy adherence

Data entry/computer use

Emergency response

Calm under pressure

Discretion and tact

Education

High school education or equivalent

South Dakota Medication Certification course

Job description

Job ID: 37439

Agency: SD Developmental Center

Location: Redfield, SD

Minimum Salary: $20.47-$24.08 Hourly, depending on qualifications; $1.00 shift differential for the 2:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. shift, $1.50 shift differential for the 10:30 p.m. - 7 a.m. shift, and all weekend shifts receive an extra $1.00 differential

Closing Date: 9/18/26

About SDDC

The South Dakota Developmental Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and community inclusion for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through person-centered services. At SDDC we are comprised of a variety of positions that require differing skill and educational levels to ensure successful operations. SDDC is one of the Divisions of the Department of Human Services, which works together on the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.

SDDC strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

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.

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.

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