Household Coordinator

OverviewJoin a Team That Changes LivesFor more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change - helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives - including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer:Generous Paid Time OffComprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit PackagesEarned Wage Access/On-Demand PayPaid On-the-Job TrainingTuition ReimbursementCareer Advancement Opportunities and GrowthFlexible SchedulesRetirement Savings PlanJoin us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today.Job DescriptionElwyn 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 ResponsibilitiesEnsure a safe and clean living environment for residents through daily housekeepingProvide daily cooking and menu planning according to the dietary needs of the residentsFood shopping will be completed in accordance with the menus createdConduct fire drills and building inspections and provide the appropriate documentation for the sameReview the household and vehicles for proper upkeep and complete, appropriate documentationOrder supplies for the home as needed and anticipate in advance what will be neededExercise sound judgement and good decision making appropriate to assignmentProvide all appropriate documentation set forth by Director including monthly summaries, medication administration recording, building, fire, and vehicle maintenanceAdvocate 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 UnitsInterface with families of residents and other interested parties to support the residents' needs and rightsPlan and implement community integration plan for residentsAdminister medications to residents as directed by physician following successful completion of DHS approved Medication Administration Training and CertificationMaintain communication with medical physician, psychiatrist, and pharmacist to best support each residentMaintain communication with appropriate ancillary service providers such as speech, physical and occupational therapistsAssist 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 situationsProvide routine health care functions as directed such as obtaining and recording vital signs, weights, and glucometer readingsEscort residents to and from appointments, as neededAttend scheduled staff/team meetingsAttend appropriate in-services as directed by supervisorParticipates as a member of the interdisciplinary teamObserve and make written entries in the log book as directedReport all problems or concerns to supervisor or directorRemain on duty until relievedPerform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), crisis intervention and medication administration using agency-trained protocolsPerform other duties as assignedEducation/Experience/Skills RequirementsHigh School diploma or equivalency required; Associates degree in Human Services preferredMust maintain DHS approved Medication Administration Training Certification (provided by Elwyn)One year experience in the behavioral health or forensic field preferredDemonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a teamMust be able to perform CPR and crisis intervention techniques using agency-trained protocolsMust possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated basic experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, and OutlookMust possess a current, valid driver's license in state of residence, have a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience within the United States, and have an acceptable driving recordEqual Opportunity EmployerElwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.