Life Skills Associate (LSA)

Elwyn; Brookhaven (Delaware County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages

Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay

Paid On-the-Job Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement Opportunities and 0

Flexible Schedules

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Elwyn seeks Life Skills Associates to supervise and guide individuals served in program sites, focusing on daily living activities, safety, and social interaction. The role includes adhering to support plans, documenting progress, and coordinating tasks with the team.

This in-person interview day is hosted at Elwyn Media Campus with shifts and pay details for first, second, and third shifts. Elwyn is a mission-driven nonprofit serving people with developmental disabilities and behavioral health

Qualifications

• One (1) year experience with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Ability to effectively communicate both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to independently problem-solve.
• Ability to perform CPR and crisis intervention techniques according to agency trained protocols.
• Must 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 record.

Responsibilities

• Maintains all levels of supervision for assigned persons served at specific program site as determined by program management in accordance with needs of individual resident's support plan.
• Supervises, instructs, supports and provides guidance to assigned persons served in accordance with the individual's support plan, and working daily toward the designated outcomes, including but not limited to healthcare, religious preferences, sexual preferences, ethnic and cultural support, recreational/socialization/vocational activities, physical fitness, healthy living, family visits and involvement, and family disagreements and grievances.
• Follows medical guidelines to administer medication as scheduled or as needed to persons served in strict accordance with each support plan and per medication administration protocols.
• Strictly follows physicians' orders for continued care, and follows program protocols to update necessary medical records to ensure that other staff are aware of the orders.
• Coordinates transportation needs, as applicable, of assigned persons served in accordance with support plan and dependent upon specific site needs.
• Prepares for, and promptly responds to, emergency situations to ensure the safety and security of the program site and persons served at all times; e.g., provide CPR, first aid and crisis intervention as needed in accordance with agency trained protocols, conducts fire drills, emergency evacuations, etc. Notifies proper authority in the event of an emergency.
• Completes paperwork and maintains all documentation as required and as determined by program management for the program site; e.g., daily logs, daily goal reports, assessments, daily financial transactions, Medical Administration Records, behavioral data sheets, Incident Reports, etc.
• During assigned shifts, ensures program site operates in accordance with the organization's quality standards for safety, cleanliness, and comfort and state licensing and accreditation standards and ensures the routine maintenance and cleanliness of Elwyn vehicles used.
• Remains on shift until incoming staff has clocked in to maintain required staff to resident ratios.
• Assists in the resolution of problematic situations that may occur for persons served; notifies program management of any unusual situations, emergency situations or any problems unable to be resolved.
• Participates in the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) process in support of the support plan; reports issues in the event plan is problematic.
• Reports all incidents as required by regulation of Mandated reporters.
• Promptly reports any infraction of Elwyn policies to program management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills

Disabilities experience

Communication skills

Problem solving

CPR/crisis intervention

Driver's license

Job description

In-Person Interview Day!

Event Location: Elwyn Media Campus (Weschler Hall Building) 111 Elwyn Rd, Media, PA 19063

Event Date And Time

Thursday, August 27th

Overview

In-Person Interview Day! Event Location: Elwyn Media Campus (Weschler Hall Building) 111 Elwyn Rd, Media, PA 19063 Event Date And Time Thursday, August 27th 2:00PM-5:00PM Hiring for the following locations: NEWTOWN SQUARE, WEST CHESTER, GLEN MILLS, GARNET VALLEY, ASTON, BOOTHWYN, MEDIA.

• Please Note- No openings in Philadelphia

1st shift: $16.83/hour

2nd shift: $17.83/hour ($1,500 sign on bonus for full-time)

3rd shift: $17.08/hour

Join a Team That Changes Lives

For 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.

Benefits

• 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

Job Description

Elwyn seeks Life Skills Associates (LSA's) to provide supervision, guidance, instruction, and/or skill building to assigned individuals served within a specific program site regarding daily living activities, safety, vocational activities, and interaction with others.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintains all levels of supervision for assigned persons served at specific program site as determined by program management in accordance with needs of individual resident's support plan
• Supervises, instructs, supports and provides guidance to assigned persons served in accordance with the individual's support plan, and working daily toward the designated outcomes, including but not limited to:
  • healthcare
  • religious preferences
  • sexual preferences
  • ethnic and cultural support
  • recreational/socialization/vocational activities
  • physical fitness
  • healthy living
  • family visits and involvement, and family disagreements and grievances
  • independence
  • purchase and inventory of food and personal supplies
  • cooking
  • housekeeping
  • money management
  • social awareness
  • interpersonal relationships
  • personal hygiene
• Follows medical guidelines to administer medication as scheduled or as needed to persons served in strict accordance with each support plan and per medication administration protocols
• Strictly follows physicians' orders for continued care, and follows program protocols to update necessary medical records to ensure that other staff are aware of the orders
• Coordinates transportation needs, as applicable, of assigned persons served in accordance with support plan and dependent upon specific site needs
• Prepares for, and promptly responds to, emergency situations to ensure the safety and security of the program site and persons served at all times; e.g., provide CPR, first aid and crisis intervention as needed in accordance with agency trained protocols, conducts fire drills, emergency evacuations, etc. Notifies proper authority in the event of an emergency
• Completes paperwork and maintains all documentation as required and as determined by program management for the program site; e.g., daily logs, daily goal reports, assessments, daily financial transactions, Medical Administration Records, behavioral data sheets, Incident Reports, , etc.
• During assigned shifts, ensures program site operates in accordance with the organization's quality standards for safety, cleanliness, and comfort and state licensing and accreditation standards and ensures the routine maintenance and cleanliness of Elwyn vehicles used
• Remains on shift until incoming staff has clocked in to maintain required staff to resident ratios
• Assists in the resolution of problematic situations that may occur for persons served; notifies program management of any unusual situations, emergency situations or any problems unable to be resolved
• Participates in the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) process in support of the support plan; reports issues in the event plan is problematic
• Reports all incidents as required by regulation of Mandated reporters
• Promptly reports any infraction of Elwyn policies to program management
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Education/Skills/Experience Requirements

• One (1) year experience with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
• Ability to effectively communicate both in writing and verbally
• Ability to independently problem-solve
• Ability to perform cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and crisis intervention techniques according to agency trained protocols
• Must 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 record

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, 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. 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. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal