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Elwyn of Pennsylvania and Delaware

Provides behavioral health services and recovery

Household Coordinator

Residential & Direct SupportUpdated on Nov 10
Part-timeHarrisburg, PA, USA$20 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Must maintain a DHS-approved Medication Administration Training Certification, which is provided by Elwyn.
  • Must possess a current, valid driver’s license in the state of residence and at least two years of driving experience within the United States.
  • Must have an acceptable driving record as assessed through a review of the Division of Motor Vehicles record in accordance with Elwyn’s Vehicle Operation and Driver’s Code Policy 905. For individuals licensed for more than two years, the driving record will be reviewed for acceptability based on the past three years.
  • Employees required to drive may need to successfully complete and pass an Elwyn Road Test before being authorized to drive.
  • Must be able to perform CPR and crisis intervention techniques using agency-trained protocols.
  • Must have basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Outlook.
  • Must be able to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure residents have a safe and clean living environment through daily housekeeping.
  • Cook daily and plan menus according to residents’ dietary needs.
  • Complete food shopping in accordance with created menus.
  • Conduct fire drills and building inspections and provide the required documentation.
  • Review the household and vehicles for proper upkeep and complete appropriate documentation.
  • Order supplies for the home as needed and anticipate future needs.
  • Exercise sound judgment and make decisions appropriate to the assignment.
  • Provide documentation required by the Director, including monthly summaries, medication administration records, and building, fire, and vehicle maintenance records.
  • Advocate for residents with outside agencies when needed, including Social Security, the Department of Human Services, County Offices of Behavioral Health, and County Base Service Units.
  • Interface with residents’ families and other interested parties to support residents’ needs and rights.
  • Plan and implement community integration plans for residents.
  • Administer medications as directed by a physician, following successful completion of DHS-approved Medication Administration Training and Certification.
  • Communicate with physicians, psychiatrists, and pharmacists to support each resident.
  • Communicate with appropriate ancillary service providers, including speech, physical, and occupational therapists.
  • Assist Program Specialists and Milieu Counselors in training consumers in self-care to maximize individual independence, including personal hygiene, cooking, meal service, laundry, and housekeeping.
  • Assist Program Specialists and Milieu Counselors with interventions in crisis situations.
  • Provide routine health care functions as directed, including obtaining and recording vital signs, weights, and glucometer readings.
  • Escort residents to and from appointments as needed.
  • Attend scheduled staff and team meetings and appropriate in-services as directed by the supervisor.
  • Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Observe and make written entries in the log book as directed.
  • Report problems or concerns to the supervisor or Director.
  • Remain on duty until relieved.
  • Perform CPR, crisis intervention, and medication administration using agency-trained protocols.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • An associate degree in Human Services is preferred.
  • One year of experience in the behavioral health or forensic field is preferred.

About the Company

Elwyn of Pennsylvania and Delaware

Provides behavioral health services and recovery

Elwyn of Pennsylvania and Delaware provides behavioral health services to people with mental illness and addictions to improve their quality of life. The organization runs programs across six states (Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island) and serves more than 7,000 individuals using a person-centered approach, with services delivered in communities to support recovery. Compared with others, it distinguishes itself through its broad geographic reach and focus on individualized care that centers on the needs and goals of each person. The overarching goal is to help people find hope and achieve lasting recovery and improved well-being.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Lincoln, RI
Founded
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