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Medication Technician / Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Farr Residential Care

Job Description

Job Description

At Farr Residential Community, we are dedicated to supporting adults with mental health and developmental disabilities in living meaningful, independent lives. We believe quality care starts with a strong team, which is why we provide consistent schedules, supportive management, and 24/7 on-call assistance to help our staff succeed.

Available Shift:
Thursday – Saturday 7am-8pm

As a Medication Technician / Caregiver, you will:

  • Assist residents with scheduled medications and treatments within designated timeframes
  • Document, order, and enter medications into our medication management system
  • Communicate with the nursing team regarding medication concerns, refusals, or changes
  • Perform medication counts at the beginning and end of each shift
  • Pack medications for resident appointments, outings, or leaves of absence
  • Assist residents with activities of daily living including hygiene, dressing, laundry, and housekeeping
  • Engage with residents in a respectful, patient, and professional manner while maintaining appropriate boundaries
  • Support residents with appointments, outings, and daily routines
  • Complete progress notes and other required documentation

This position combines Medication Technician responsibilities with caregiver duties to ensure residents receive the support they need throughout the day.

If you are a patient, caring individual who enjoys helping others, we encourage you to apply today.

Requirements

  • Must pass a Washington State Criminal Background Check
  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • Active HCA, CNA, or NAR (NAR must have a 2011 Exemption Letter, if applicable)
  • Open availability, including at least one weekend day

Required by First Day of Employment

  • Nurse Delegation Core and Diabetes
  • CPR/First Aid Certification
  • Bloodborne Pathogens Training
  • Dementia Specialty Training
  • Mental Health Specialty Training
  • Developmental Disabilities Specialty Training
  • Washington State Food Worker Card

Preferred Qualifications

  • Medication Assistant Certification

Benefits

  • Up to $2,100 Annual Attendance Bonus
  • $2,000 Sign-On Bonus
  • 401(k) with 3% Employer Match
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (60% employer paid)
  • PTO and Holiday Pay (time and a half)
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Paid Training and Continuing Education

Apply today to join a team that values both its residents and its employees.

 

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