Reference #: 5001054800906 Activity Coordinator

#ELW-18452 | Posted 07/09/2024 Multiple Locations  + 2 more

Activity Coordinator

#ELW-18452 | Posted 07/09/2024

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Job Description

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 is seeking an Activities Coordinator, who under the direction of the Executive Director will develop and train staff to implement activities for those individuals enrolled in ICF/IID programs to help develop an active treatment plan for each participant, giving each one an increased quality of life through community and facility-based activities that strengthen the participant's abilities. SALARY RANGE:  $45,000-48,000 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assists the residential staff at each assigned program to plan activities:

Using a professional understanding of the needs and abilities of the participants, including activities reflecting awareness of functional level and emphasizing strengths and abilities in order for the individual participant to be able to have a feeling of accomplishment. This includes modifying tasks to accommodate needs. That are based on interests of the individual making them meaningful to the individual With multiple options for activities that can be tailored to the individuals to allow them to be able to participate with others in the same activity at their optimal level of functioning and to progress according to their own pace That are designed to promote personal growth and enhance self-image of the participants; to improve or maintain the functioning level of individual participants; or both Taking into consideration individual differences such as health status, lifestyle, ethnicity, religious affiliation, values, experiences, needs, abilities and skills by providing opportunities for different types and levels of involvement that include individual, small and large groups, and intergenerational groups At community venues, including both indoor and outdoor events, as appropriate Ensures that services and activities are implemented following all health and safety measures as indicated by each participant's medical history and program guidelines Attends Individual Program Plan (IPP) meetings as needed and available to support development of individualized activities in line with the needs identified Provides resources to increase the capacity of the QIDP to implement and modify activities to meet the needs of the participants including but not limited to building the skills of the individuals, making modifications, providing accessibility to activities, and using the functional assessment to personalize activities to assist in developing outcomes/goals based on individual skill building Develops the weekly program schedule with the QIDP, Operations Manager and Program Supervisors for each unit's Alternate Day program Develops a program curriculum for Alternate Day programming for individuals not enrolled in a day program. in conjunction with QIDP, Operations Manager and Program Supervisors in accordance with established guideline to support activities developed Assists the QIDP/OM/PS in training and supporting the DSP's in the implementation and modification of tasks in an activity using the program curriculum. Runs individual and group activities to increase level of participation of individuals Assists with the implementation of services and activities, for both community and facility-based events Meets with ICF/IID leadership as scheduled to discuss and assess participant process and progress with activities and to determine the need to replace or develop new activities for the program Monitors activities and provides feedback to DSPs on the implementation of the activity using established feedback form Researches and procures activity and service supplies as requested In concert with the Executive Director and Program Directors, seeks out resources and makes contacts with community members and local businesses, school or clubs to secure partnerships to assist with activities that are accessible and meaningful to the participant within the community. Maintains current state-mandated training and certifications Follows all current policies and procedures of Elwyn Pennsylvania Cooperates with Elwyn Pennsylvania and the State of Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, or any other authorized investigating body during an inspection or investigation Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and crisis intervention using agency-trained protocols Perform other duties as assigned EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: Associate Degree in Human Services with four (4) years of previous experience working with OR a bachelor's degree in human services with two (2) years of previous experience working with people with disabilities OR a master's degree or above from an accredited college or university with 1 year of work experience working directly with people with disabilities Established community contacts and network for resources for activities Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, priorities Demonstrated strong attention to detail Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills Demonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make decisions with little or no need for direct supervision Must be able to perform CPR and crisis intervention using agency-trained protocols Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated intermediate experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint Successful completion of ACRE training within 3 months of hire Must have current, valid driver's license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience in the United States, and acceptable driving record PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE: See Physical Demands Checklist below which represents the general physical demands and environment conditions to which the employee holding this position must meet, in addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Elwyn New Jersey will engage otherwise qualified candidates for this position whose disabilities may require reasonable accommodations to enable an individual to perform the essential functions. Elwyn reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not m