Community Support Worker

Elwyn; Elwyn (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision

Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay

Paid On-the-Job Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement Opportunities and G

Flexible Schedules

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Elwyn is seeking a Community Support Worker to train, counsel, and supervise individuals in activities of daily living and community inclusion, adhering to Individual Service Plan goals and documenting progress.

You will work in home and community settings providing one-to-one supervision, assist with medical appointments, and help participants achieve ISP objectives while maintaining safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Three years of direct care experience.
• Valid driver’s license with at least two years of driving in the United States and a clean driving record.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain neutrality in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consumer safety in home and community per ISP health and safety guidelines.
• Provide supervision, support, and companionship to consumers one-to-one.
• Assist consumers in attending medical appointments and needs.
• Assist consumers in working toward ISP goals and document progress.
• Perform record-keeping tasks, including submitting timesheets, receipts, and documenting mileage timely.
• Perform other assigned duties as directed.
• Advocate for the disabled individual and communicate needs, self-expression, and goals.

Skills

Direct care experience

Driver's license

Interpersonal communication

Neutrality in challenging situations

Job description

Overview

Join a Team That Changes Lives

For more than 170 years, Elwyn has supported children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we strive to create real change by helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.

We are 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 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

Join us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today.

Job Description

Elwyn seeks a Community Support Worker to train, counsel, and supervise individuals served in activities of daily living and community inclusion. Responsible for adhering to Individual Service Plan (ISP) goals and documenting progress.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure consumer safety in the home and community by adhering to ISP health and safety guidelines and following training guidelines
• Provide supervision, support, and companionship to consumers in the home and community on a one-to-one basis
• Assist consumers in attending medical needs or appointments
• Assist consumers in working toward goals outlined in the ISP and document progress toward those goals
• Perform record-keeping tasks, including submitting time sheets, receipts, personal expenses, and documenting mileage in a timely manner as directed by the supervisor
• Perform other assigned job duties
• Advocate for the disabled individual, communicating needs, self-expression, and goals

Education/Experience/Skills Requirements

• Three (3) years direct care experience
• Must possess a current, valid driver’s license in the state of residence, have a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience within the United States, and have an acceptable driving record
• Demonstrated ability to maintain personal neutrality in challenging situations
• Good interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

Elwyn 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, disability, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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