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Reference #: 5001055248906 Household Coordinator PRN

#ELW-18470 | Posted 07/10/2024 Media, Pennsylvania

Household Coordinator PRN

#ELW-18470 | Posted 07/10/2024 | Media, Pennsylvania Apply for this job now!

Job Description

Since 1852, Elwyn has helped people with autism, intellectual, developmental, and behavioral challenges lead meaningful lives. As an internationally recognized nonprofit human services organization, we have always been on the forefront of innovation. Please join us to make a difference in the life quality of children, teens and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral health challenges - and feel the resulting pride that will enrich your own life. Providing an excellent benefits package is another way we know that Elwyn is truly a special place to work. We invest in your future while you help care for ours: Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages

Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay Paid On-the-Job Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth

Flexible Schedules

Retirement Savings Plan Elwyn is currently seeking a Household Coordinator who will be responsible for daily housekeeping, maintenance of the fire and safety documentation, building and vehicle maintenance and safety, and ordering supplies for community based homes. Responsible for providing supervision and programmatic decision making. To act as an advocate and represent resident's needs and rights with outside social service agencies, families, etc. Responsible to assist Program Specialists with supporting behavioral health consumers in all activities of daily living. Responsible for assisting with medications prescribed by physician. Responsible for following all doctor's orders regarding wound care, speech, physical therapy, occupational therapy or any other prescribed directive DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure a safe and clean living environment for residents through daily housekeeping Provide daily cooking and menu planning according to the dietary needs of the residents Food shopping will be completed in accordance with the menus created Conduct fire drills and building inspections and provide the appropriate documentation for the same Review the household and vehicles for proper upkeep and complete, appropriate documentation Order supplies for the home as needed and anticipate in advance what will be needed Exercise sound judgement and good decision making appropriate to assignment Provide all appropriate documentation set forth by Director including monthly summaries, medication administration recording, building, fire, and vehicle maintenance Advocate for residents with outside agencies when needed, including, but not limited to Social Security, Department of Human Services, County Offices of Behavioral Health, and County Base Service Units Interface with families of residents and other interested parties to support the residents' needs and rights Plan and implement community integration plan for residents Administer medications to residents as directed by physician following successful completion of DHS approved Medication Administration Training and Certification Maintain communication with medical physician, psychiatrist, and pharmacist to best support each resident Maintain communication with appropriate ancillary service providers such as speech, physical and occupational therapists Assist Program Specialists with training consumers in all aspects of self-care in order to ensure the maximum level of independence for that individual. There areas include all aspects of personal hygiene, cooking, meal serving, laundry, and housekeeping. Assist Program Specialists with intervention in crisis situations Provide routine health care functions as directed such as obtaining and recording vital signs, weights, and glucometer readings Escort residents to and from appointments, as needed Attend scheduled staff/team meetings Attend appropriate in-services as directed by supervisor Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team Observe and make written entries in the log book as directed Report all problems or concerns to supervisor or director Remain on duty until relieved Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), crisis intervention and medication administration using agency-trained protocols Perform other duties as assigned EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: High School diploma or equivalency required; Associates degree in Human Services preferred

Must maintain DHS approved Medication Administration Training Certification (provided by Elwyn)

One year experience in the behavioral health or forensic field preferred

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team

Must be able to perform CPR and crisis intervention techniques using agency-trained protocols

Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, and Outlook

Must have current, valid driver's license in state of residence, 3 years driving experience, and acceptable driving record PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE: See Physical Demands Checklist below which represents the general physical demands and environment conditions to which the employee holding this position must meet, in addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Elwyn will engage otherwise qualified candidates for this position whose disabilities may require reasonable accommodations to enable an individual to perform the essential functions. Elwyn reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract. Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, genetic information, disability status, military or veteran status, marital or family status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, and federal law.

Job Details

Job TitleHousehold Coordinator PRN

Alternate Locations 64 E. Old Baltimore Pike, Media, Pennsylvania 19063

Full-Time/Part-TimePart-time

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.