Medication Monitor, Community Corrections
Company: CoreCivic
Location: Haltom City
Posted on: January 12, 2022
Job Description:
New employees hired into full-time, eligible positions between
December 1, 2021, and March 31, 2022, will receive an award up to
$500.At CoreCivic we care for people! CoreCivic is currently
seeking a Medication Monitor, Community Corrections who has a
passion for providing the highest quality care in a residential
setting. Who We Are: CoreCivic is the leading, national provider of
high-quality, secured corrections and detention management services
and residential and non-residential transition centers. We provide
effective programs that enhance public safety and prepare
individuals for success. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee,
CoreCivic operates more than 70 security facilities nationwide and
over 50 community residential and non- residential centers. Our
employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of
professionalism, and a responsibility to better the public good.
What We Have:
More than just a job but the start of
a successful career! Supportive environment where employee growth
is promoted.Comprehensive benefits package & competitive wages.PTO
& paid holidays.Paid job training & other great incentives.What You
Get To Do: Change the lives of those in your care! The Medication
Monitor, Community Corrections is responsible for the observation
of resident self-administration of medications, monitoring,
documentation and storage of residents' personal medications in
non-medical community, Residential Reentry and Therapeutic
Treatment and Transitional Centers.
Conducts daily Pill Call and Pill
Pass; observes and documents resident self-administration of
medication(s) as required by applicable policies and/or
procedures.Secures and maintains control of resident' medications,
syringes and inventory as required by established procedures.
Follows applicable policies and procedures in the discontinuation
and disposal of resident medications.Keeps equipment and work area
clean; utilizes appropriate sanitation methods.Documents and
reports activities in accordance with established policies and/or
procedures including medication record documentation. Maintains
security and confidentiality of all medication records.Closely
observes and reports resident complaints of illness for immediate
intervention as per applicable policies and procedures. Notifies
supervisor of residents' request for health counseling and health
education.Recommends methods of improving operational efficiency
and cost effectiveness of health-related services.Maintains audits
of residents' medication inventory as per applicable facility
policies and procedures.Inspects the medical unit for items that
could be used as contraband by residents; securely stores or safely
disposes of supplies and equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma, GED
certification or equivalent is required.Two years of experience in
a security or corrections field is required.Six months supervisory
experience in a correctional setting is preferred.Must have First
Aid/CPR certification.Ability to communicate clearly verbally and
in writing and apply problem solving techniques to complex
issues.Must be available to work any hours, any shift.Must complete
pre-service and other training programs as required.Experience in
Microsoft Office or other similar software applications is
required.A valid driver's license is required.Minimum Age
Requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.CoreCivic is a
Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.
Keywords: CoreCivic, Haltom City , Medication Monitor, Community Corrections, Other , Haltom City, Texas
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