Medication Technician

Our Mission

Center Point DAAC's mission is to provide comprehensive social, educational, vocational, medical, psychological, housing and rehabilitation services to combat social problems such as substance abuse, poverty, unemployment and homelessness.  Center Point DAAC offers rehabilitation and treatment services that interrupt the abusive cycles of psychological, social and economic dislocation by providing critical training and support so that individuals and families can claim self-worth and dignity.

Job Title : Medication Technician

Location : 790 Sonoma Avenue & 2403 Professional Drive Santa Rosa, CA

Department : Residential

Reports To : Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Director

Job Type : Full-Time, Part-Time, On Call, AM or PM, NOC

JOB SUMMARY :

The Medication Technician is responsible for facilitating clients’ self-administration of medications and supporting the medical care of residents in the residential setting. Working under the supervision of a licensed nurse or physician, the Med Tech ensures accurate medication self-administration, monitoring, and documentation. The role also involves supporting residents in early recovery, many of whom may be withdrawing from substances of abuse or receiving medication-assisted treatment (MAT).

Key Responsibilities :

• Oversee self-administration of prescribed medications (including MAT medications such as buprenorphine or naltrexone) according to physician orders and facility protocols.
• Accurately document medication self-administration, resident responses, and any side effects or refusals.
• Monitor residents for withdrawal symptoms, medication side effects, or medical complications, and promptly report findings to licensed staff.
• Comply with California DHCS regulations, Title 22, and CARF / Joint Commission standards as applicable.
• Perform routine health monitoring (e.g., complete vital signs).
• Support residents during detox and stabilization with compassionate, trauma-informed care.
• Maintain accurate medication inventory, conduct shift-to-shift medication counts, and ensure secure storage in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Participate in regular training on safe medication practices, MAT protocols, and emergency response procedures.
• Collaborate with the clinical and counseling team to support integrated, holistic care for residents in recovery.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and uphold strict confidentiality standards.

Qualifications :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a person to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Center Point DAAC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

About Center Point - DAAC :

Center Point - DAAC (formerly Drug Abuse Alternatives Center)​Welcome to Center Point DAAC, a leading organization in Sonoma County, California, dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate treatment for substance use disorders and mental health problems. For over 50 years, we have been committed to supporting individuals and families on their journey towards recovery and helping them build healthier, fulfilling lives.​Our Mission​Center Point DAAC’s mission is to provide comprehensive social, educational, vocational, medical, psychological, housing and rehabilitation services to combat social problems such as substance abuse, poverty, unemployment and homelessness. Center Point DAAC offers rehabilitation and treatment services that interrupt the abusive cycles of psychological, social and economic dislocation by providing critical training and support so that individuals and families can claim self-worth and dignity.