Community Support Worker - Delaware County, PA

Elwyn
paid time off, tuition reimbursement

111 Elwyn Road (Show on map)
Mar 04, 2025
Back Community Support Worker #ELW-20305 \| Posted 02/21/2025 Multiple Locations + 2 more Apply Community Support Worker #ELW-20305 \| Posted 02/21/2025 Multiple Locations + 2 more Apply for this job now! Apply Job Description Shift Details: PRN/Flex About Elwyn: 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 seeks a Community Support Worker to train, counsel, and supervise those served in activities of daily living and community inclusion. Responsible for adhering to Individual Service Plan (ISP) goals and documenting progress. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensures consumer safety in the home and community by adhering to the health and safety guidelines outlined in the ISP and by following training guidelines Provides supervision, support, and companionship to consumer in the home and community by providing one to one service Assists consumer in attending medical needs or appointments Assists consumer in working toward goals outlined in the ISP and documents progress toward consumer goals Performs all necessary record keeping tasks, including submitting time sheets, receipts, personal expenses, and documenting mileage on time as outlined by supervisor Performs other assigned job duties Acts as an advocate for the disabled individual in communicating their needs, self-expression and goal EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: Three (3) years direct care experience 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 Demonstrated ability to maintain personal neutrality in challenging situations Must possess good interaction and written and verbal communication skills PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE: Ongoing interaction with consumers and staff, potential exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, medicinal preparations and other common conditions in a healthcare environment, and interaction with consumers who may display aggressive and/or self-injurious behaviors. 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. 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. ELW-20305 Job Details Job Title Community Support Worker Alternate Locations 111 Elwyn Rd, Elwyn, Pennsylvania 19063 Positions available throughout, Delaware County, Pennsylvania 19063 Full-Time/Part-Time PRN/On-call/Flex Locations Elwyn Delaware County