MAP Supervisor/Medical Care Coordinator

Map Supervisor/Medical Care CoordinatorWaltham House is the first residential group home designed specifically for LGBTQIA+ youth in New England. Its founding principles are that every child deserves to live in an environment in which they feel safe, respected, supported and cared for by those around them.The group home provides a safe and supportive living environment with 24-hour staffing for up to 12 gay, lesbian, bisexual, and/or transgender youth ages 14–18. Many youth at Waltham House have experienced difficulty — at home or in placement — due to their gender expression or sexuality identities.How You Will Be Making a DifferenceSupervise all medication related and medical/psychiatry appointment related aspects of the programParticipate in training new staff on MAP procedures and communicate/coordinate the MAP certification processProvide staff refresher trainings as neededCollaborate closely with the program nurseResponsible for preparing for and managing the yearly MAP auditsCommunicate with collaterals regarding medical/psychiatric care for specific client(s) and/or advocate as neededCultivate relationships between the program and providers to help assure the best care for our youthMonitor appointment dates for all youth and assure all care is conducted when required (i.e., annual physicals, bi-annual dentist, etc.)Participate in maintaining organization of medication room in collaboration with staffAttend monthly staff meetingsProvide support in the milieu when neededCollaborate with program nurse/agency nutritionist regarding psycho-ed groups for youthTransport youth to medical/psychiatric appointments as neededMaintain updated medical paperwork for all youthQualificationsEquivalent to Bachelor's degreeAt least 1 years direct child-care experience in a residential setting with emotionally disturbed childrenFamiliarity/comfort with providing medical support careLGBTQIA+ competency related to medical careComputer literate, including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer, with the ability to learn new software applicationsSchedule: (6am-2pm M-F)What The Home Can Offer YouGenerous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick daysHealth and Dental Insurance that is effective immediately upon hireExtensive training to new staffTuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matchEmployer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D InsuranceAnd more!Valuing DiversityWe are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.