Mental Health Medication Counselor

Position :

Mental Health Medication Manager Location :

East Patchogue, NY Days/Hours:

Monday - Friday; 4pm - 12am

Overview :

Mental Health Medication Counselor to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in behavioral health, mental health counseling, and medication management within residential and outpatient settings. Duties Supervises medication and completes medication counts with evening and overnight staff as needed (daily for controlled substance, weekly for all other medications). Reports discrepancies immediately to supervisor; completes all corresponding documentation Provides wellness self-management education to residents to assist with independence in self-medication management. Provides direct care services to clients. Responsible for documentation of clients assigned to as well as documentation relating to other clients' progress. Monitors the site, coordinates and participates in house activities such as preparation of meals, chore activities, recreational activities, safety checks etc. Provide rehabilitative support services in daily living skills, health services and others as assigned. Performs unit inspections, assists residents with upkeep and cleanliness of individual units Attends weekly supervision and staff meetings. Requirements Associates Degree in Psychology or Related field 2 years' experience in a Psychology, Rehabilitation, Social Work or other mental health discipline.

Pay:

Up to $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 403(b) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Required)

Experience:

Psychology or other mental health discipline. : 2 years (Required) Medication management : 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person