Medication Support-Lompoc

Description

Are you a passionate mental health professional dedicated to making a positive impact in your community? Do you believe 

in the power of supporting our communities’ mental health efforts? Are you eager to be a part of a collaborative team to 

support adults in our community along their mental health journey? Join TMHA’s mission today!

Mission Statement:

Transitions Mental Health Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating stigma and promoting recovery and wellness for people with mental illness through work, housing, community and family support services. 

Organization Description

Transitions – Mental Health Association is a leading non-profit agency committed to providing comprehensive mental health services and support to individuals and families by inspiring hope, growth, recovery and wellness in our communities. TMHA has decades of experience with teams of compassionate staff. TMHA is a driving force in improving mental health and wellness in our communities and a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and individual contributions. 

Position Title:   MEDICATION SUPPORT

Program: LOMPOC FSP

Position Summary

The Medication Support person is a member of the Lompoc FSP multidisciplinary team and is responsible for conducting trauma informed psychiatric assessments; assessing physical health needs; making appropriate referrals to community physicians; providing management and administration of medication in conjunction with the psychiatrist; providing a range of treatment, rehabilitation, and support services; and sharing shift-management responsibility with other staff. 

Hours/ Salary

Full-time, non-exempt position. Anticipated hiring range is $30.00-$40.00 per hour.  Includes a generous individual benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life, 403b retirement (with up to a 5% employer match) paid vacation/holiday time, paid sick time and a variety of helpful employee perks as well.   (*Full Salary Schedule $30.00-$40.00)

To Apply

TMHA employees may submit an internal application to their supervisor. Outside applicants must complete a TMHA application on our website www.t-mha.org to be considered for interview. OR you may copy and paste this link into your browser: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/1e43d805-64eb-4f13-bba2-3b8d7afc6be0/Transitions-Mental-Health-Asso

Requirements

Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Participate in and conduct parts of the client-centered comprehensive assessment of  psychiatric history (e.g., onset, course and effect of illness, past treatment and responses, and risk behaviors.), mental status, and diagnosis; physical health and dental health; use of drugs or alcohol; education and      employment; social development and functioning; activities of daily living      (e.g., self-care, living situation, nutrition, money management) and  family structure and relationships. 
2. Under the direction of the team MD/DO/NP/PA/RN and in collaboration with other medical staff on the team, develop, revise, maintain, and supervise team psychopharmacologic and medical treatment and medication policies and  procedures including transcribing, administering, evaluating, and  recording psychotropic medication prescribed by the team psychiatrist; evaluate and chart psychotropic medication effectiveness, complications, and side effects, and arrange for required lab work according to protocol.      
3. Participate in daily staff organizational meetings and treatment planning review meetings.
4. Be  proficient with computer systems such as outlook, Microsoft word and excel  and teams. Expected to check emails and teams daily and provide daily updates.
5. Document all contact with clients daily.
6. Complete  program documentation within the guidelines of Santa Barbara County  Department of Behavioral Wellness requirements.  Expected to learn SmartCare and become  proficient in a timely manner
7. Ensure all  program policies and procedures are followed specifically medication room  policies
8. Complete  timesheets and other program paperwork as required in a timely manner.
9. Under the direction of the team medication provider and the supervising RN and in      collaboration with other med support staff, organize and manage      pharmaceuticals and medical supplies. 
10. Provid