Medication Technician- Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services- Men's Residence- Full Time- Days

Medication Technician- Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services- Men's Residence- Full Time- Days

When two established local health systems unite as one collaborative network, healthcare becomes so much more. Centralus Health, an affiliation of Arnot Health and Cayuga Health, is focused on our region's changing needs and your wellbeing. More than a group of experienced caregivers, Centralus Health is a partnership of advocates who strive to eliminate barriers to better health, innovating and evolving services in our communities for enhanced holistic care close to home. Beyond clinical outcomes, it's strengthening community connections and setting a higher standard for quality that's exceptionally personal.

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The Medication Technician provides direct support to individuals participating in residential addiction recovery services. This role oversees the self-administration of medications, monitors medication effects, maintains accurate medication records and inventory, and supports a safe and recovery-oriented residential environment. The Medication Technician works closely with nursing and residential program staff to ensure medication safety and effective coordination of care.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Oversee and support the self-administration of medications in accordance with agency policies and applicable regulations
• Monitor and document medication effects, reporting concerns or changes to nursing staff as appropriate
• Maintain accurate medication counts and medication inventory
• Ensure medication carts remain organized, clean, and properly maintained, and assist with medication cart audits
• Serve as a positive role model for clients, promoting recovery-focused behavior and healthy boundaries
• Collaborate with nursing and residential program staff to support daily program operations
• Assist with additional duties as assigned to support the residential treatment team

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrate a foundational understanding of addiction, recovery, behavioral health principles, and strength-based, individualized approaches to treatment and recovery-oriented care.
• Build effective professional relationships with clients while maintaining appropriate boundaries and using strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to challenging situations using effective crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
• Organize and manage multiple responsibilities effectively in a fast-paced environment while accurately using computer systems for documentation and communication.
• Collaborate proactively with multidisciplinary team members and consistently demonstrate professional conduct that reflects positively on the organization.

Required Skills and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• CPR and First Aid certification required, or ability to obtain within the first month of employment

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• One (1) year of experience as a Medication Aide or Medication Technician
• One (1) year of experience working with individuals in substance use disorder or addiction recovery settings

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Location: Onsite at CARS Men's Residence- 6621 NYS Route 227, Trumansburg, NY 14886
• Shift: Five 8-hour shifts per week 7am - 3:30pm
• Travel: 0% Travel can be expected in this role

Pay Range Disclosure:

• Standard rate of $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Centralus Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Centralus Health Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.

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