Residential Care Associate Medicine Tech presso Meritus Health

Are you passionate about supporting adolescents in a therapeutic residential setting? Join our dedicated team as a Residential Care Associate / Med Tech and make a meaningful impact every day.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide compassionate, hands-on care to children and adolescents in a residential treatment program

• Facilitate therapeutic groups, recreational activities, and daily routines

• Administer medications under supervision and maintain accurate documentation

• Monitor resident safety and well-being, responding to behavioral needs with empathy and professionalism

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support individualized treatment plans

• Transport residents to appointments and community activities

• Assist with onboarding and training of new staff 

What You’ll Need:

• Minimum age: 21

• High school diploma or GED required, associate or bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field preferred

• Experience working with adolescents in residential care preferred

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

• Ability to pass background check, physical, and drug screening

• Certified Medication Technician (CMT) through Maryland Board of Nursing preferred—or willingness to complete training

• Current CPR/BLS certification

• Willingness to complete required residential training and CPS clearance  

Ready to make a difference in the lives of young people? Apply today and become part of a team that values safety, dignity, and growth. 

Caring for Our Team

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.