Weekend Coordinator-Westmoreland County- Full-time

Are you a mission-driven individual looking for a career to make a difference in someone's life? Are you seeking a position that offers flexibility to fit your schedule, including various shifts and weekends? Achieva offers career opportunities to individuals who are caring, compassionate and kind.

Achieva is an organization where everyone is valued and respected. Achieva employees support people with disabilities as they live, work, play, and follow their life aspirations.

Sign-on and retention bonus - $3,000.00

About Achieva

At Achieva, we envision a community where all people with disabilities lead lives of personal significance. We are an organization of individuals, professionals, and community partners that help people reach their individualized goals. Throughout its 70 years, Achieva has been committed to the support and inclusion of those with disabilities.

Position type:

• Full-time, hourly

Location: Westmoreland County

Travel:

Vehicle at each site for transportation.

Position Description

Coordinates the activities of the staff of an assigned Community Home on the weekends. Provides direct personal care and ensures the health, safety, and welfare of the people we support. Ensures compliance with Chapter 6400 Regulations; the Allegheny Department of Human Services/Office of Intellectual Disabilities; and Westmoreland County Behavioral Health and Developmental Services’ standards. Reports to the Supervisor of the Community Home.

HOURS: Full-time hours in 2.25 Days - Friday through Sunday

Starts on Friday at 7:00 pm and ends on Monday at 12:30 am (Can start earlier or later).

This is a 24-hour shift position with on-site sleep hours of 11:00 pm - 7:00 am, Friday into Saturday and Saturday into Sunday (Exact hours may differ).

Start and end times as well as sleep hours may vary based on needs.

Job Responsibilities - Highlights

• Supports the achievement of individuals’ personal outcomes.
• Ensures compliance and implementation of the Department’s Policies and Procedures relative to Community Homes.
• Completes tasks and assignments as advised.
• Completes the Medication Administration training successfully. Ensures all prescribed medication is dispensed and documented per the Policies and Procedures in collaboration with the individual.
• Must obtain CPR certification within six months of the start date.
• Assists the individual in completing necessary medical appointments and follow-ups and in planning approved community outings on the weekend.
• Distributes individual funds, acquires and submits receipts, and assists with banking as directed.
• Assists with the maintenance and upkeep of the home.
• Communicates and resolves program and individual concerns with the Community Homes Supervisor on a regular basis. Participates in general staff meetings.
• Adheres to the appropriate procedures in the event of a crisis situation. Adheres to instructions given by the Supervisor. Contacts the appropriate people, both professionals and family as advised.
• Serves as a model of appropriate language, dress, and behavior.
• Ensures effective communication with the individuals supported, families and other people involved in the provision of support for the individual as advised.
• Participates in various committees or workgroups as approved.
• Receives 24 hours of training, annually, relevant to Human Services.
• Transports individuals as assigned in a safe and timely manner.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

In addition to paying for federal and state clearances, Achieva offers 24 hours of training, annually, relevant to Human Services. In addition, we have implemented Medication Administration training, which would need to be completed successfully. This training assists our Direct Support Professionals in ensuring all prescribed medication is dispensed and documented per P&P in partnership with the individual.

Benefits - Full time

• Medical, dental, and vision with low employee monthly contributions and low deductibles
• Achieva pays for term life insurance, accidental death insurance, and long term disability
• 403(b) retirement plan. Achieva contributes to the 403(b) retirement plan after 1 year with or without employee contributions.
• Paid time off and holiday pay

Minimum requirements:

• Equivalent of an Associate Degree in Human Services/Social Sciences.
• Able to complete one-person transfers.
• Must meet Act 33 and 34 requirements and FBI background check.
• Valid Pa driver's license and properly insured automobile.
• Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification within six months of start date

Achieva is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (EOE) and an Employer Partner under the Ticket to Work Program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Achieva is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources at 412.995.5000 or email jobs@achieva.info.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.83 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Greensburg, PA 15601: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person