Jobs in Essington Delaware County, PA

Job Category: Frontline Direct Service

Pay or shift range: $45,760 USD to $49,920 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

Travel Required: Yes. Travel throughout community to homes and schools.

Status: Full Time Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Summary of Position: Multi-Program Specialist is a dedicated professional to provide home and community based services for youth and adults with developmental disabilities. This position supports individuals in developing essential skills for employment, securing jobs aligned with interests, and maintaining long-term success. Additionally, this role involves habilitation and companion services, helping individuals achieve greater independence.

In the Out of school time Advocate program, the Multi-Program Specialist will offer supervision and guidance to youth and families, ensuring positive engagement in community and school-based activities. Candidates should be dependable, consistent, and passionate about mentoring, serving as positive role models in various settings.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
• Preferred degree in social work, psychology, educations, or a related field.
• 1 + years of paid or volunteer experience working with youth and/or adults.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities providing support.
• Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills
• CPR/First Aid certification a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Computer Knowledge is required; proficient in Microsoft 365. Knowledge of Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems is a plus.
• Bi-Lingual (Spanish speaking) is a plus
• Position requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage.

Benefits Available:

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• UNUM Supplemental Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Flexible schedule
• Weekly Pay
• Direct Deposit

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual merit, skills, and qualifications, without regard to race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, military or veteran status, or disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where YAP operates. YAP will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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• Interacts with co-workers, patients, their family/designated care partner(s), and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Integrates Evidence-Based Practice, clinical expertise, patients, their family/designated care partner(s) preferences and cultural beliefs and values for delivery of optimal healthcare.
• Partners with patients, their family/designated care partner(s)) in identifying learning needs and priorities and provides education in ways that are useful, understandable, and affirming. Minimizes risk of harm to patients and others by following established nursing practices and protocols and individual performance.
• Uses information technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support ethical decision making. Uses data to monitor the outcomes of care processes and uses improvement methods to design and test changes to continuously improve the quality and safety of patient care.
• Functions effectively within nursing and inter-professional teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making to achieve quality patient care. Recognizes the patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values.
• Creates an environment of belonging and inclusion, demonstrating skills in problem solving and conflict resolution. Demonstrates a commitment to learning and seeks opportunities for continued professional growth and development and acts in primary preceptor role to appropriate staff members
• Actively participates in hospital- and practice setting-based committees, including safety and quality improvement. Demonstrates willingness to give and receive feedback and integrates appropriate changes into practice.

• Specialized Diploma Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required

• Bachelor's Degree BSN or completion of BSN or appropriate advanced degree within 3 years of hire strongly preferred

• 1 year Previous experience as an RN in an acute care setting strongly preferred

• Patient-and Family-Centered Practice Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or designated care partner in care and care planning.
• Cultural Awareness Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
• Effective Communication Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Uses the language of partnership with patients and families, engaging them in their health and health care. Appropriately and respectfully delegates to other team members.
• Patient Assessment and Care Knowledge of and ability to assess ailments and injuries of patients and implement a treatment plan.
• Patient and Designated Care Partner Education Knowledge of child and adult education techniques and the ability to elicit learning priorities and needs and educate patients and their designated care partners on the patient's condition, the treatment and medications suggested and given, and the next steps in the patient's recovery.
• Medication Administration and Prescription Knowledge of various medications used to treat patients, ability to apply this knowledge to the administration of medications and to the prescription of drugs for continuing treatment outside of the hospital.
• Discharge Planning Knowledge of the patient's post-discharge needs and the ability to partner with the patient and family/designated care partner(s) in developing a discharge plan and arranging for follow-up care.
• Assessment and Diagnosis Knowledge of various tools and techniques for patient assessment and nursing diagnosis or clinical judgement, ability to explore and analyze reasons behind symptoms and generate resolutions according to available drugs, facilities and techniques.
• Health Information Documentation Knowledge of the relevance of health information and appropriate documentation methods, ability to record medical histories, symptoms, vital signs, medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, tests, and medical results in written or electronic form.

• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association and
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania or
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_NJ - State of New Jersey

• Put People First: Create a safe environment where all colleagues feel supported and motivated to be their best at work.
• Build relationships: Build belonging, empathy, and collaboration.
• Engage with grace: Assume positive intent and share your perspective thoughtfully.
• Create moments: Affirm and acknowledge the contributions and efforts of others.

• Do What's Right: Focus on how we work most effectively to get the best results.
• Prioritize What Matters: Clarify what's most critical and why.
• Align on Expectations: Translate priorities into agreed upon accountabilities and outcomes.
• Act with integrity: Behave ethically and honestly in all interactions and business practices.

• Pursue Excellence: Focus on learning and growth.
• Look and Listen: Explore new ways of working and stay curious by learning from others.
• Innovate with Intent: Try new ideas that support organizational priorities.
• Value Lessons Learned: Acknowledge progress and insights that come from striving to improve.

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