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Lifesharing Provider for Adults w/ Intellectual Disabilities, Delaware Valley63392072320129120

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Lifesharing Provider for Adults w/ Intellectual Disabilities, Delaware Valley

What is Lifesharing? Lifesharing is an opportunity for you to open your home and share your life with an adult with an intellectual disability. Do I get to choose who lives with me? We believe strongly in the matching process, and you get to choose who comes to live with you. Additionally, there are multiple preplacement visits before scheduling a move in date. How do I find out more? Read below for qualifications and benefits of being a contracted Lifesharing Provider for an adult with an intellectual disability then fill out an inquiry form by clicking the link at the bottom. An Onboarding Specialist will get in touch with you to answer any questions you have and walk you through the application process if you choose to continue. You can also read more about Lifesharing or sign up for an Info Session on our website at: Lifesharing Information Webpage Requirements Have a home (with one or two private bedrooms available) that is insured (renter's or homeowner's) and passes safety standards established by the state of Pennsylvania Reside in one of our service counties in Pennsylvania's Delaware Valley (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery) (Note: We also serve the Lehigh and Schuylkill regions of Pennsylvania - use this link to go to that post Lifesharing Provider Lehigh/Schuylkill regions) Provide Criminal Record Checks, Child Abuse Clearances, and FBI Clearances for everyone age 18 and over living in the home. Local Police and Child Protective checks will also be conducted. Benefits As an independent contractor, a generous non-taxed stipend starts at $2,300/month. Individuals have funds available for clothing and other personal expenses. Sign-on and referral bonuses available! Access Services is known for being a supportive organization and we provide training, assistance, twenty-four-hour on-call support and up to 30 days of respite where the individual living with you can go and stay with one of our respite providers, in the event you need alternative coverage, or just a break. Please click on the link below to fill out an inquiry request for more information about Lifesharing with an adult with an intellectual disability.

Hatfield, PA 19440, USA

$2,300/month

Community Member Engagement Lead - Maternity63499808016643121

Workable

Community Member Engagement Lead - Maternity

Company Overview: At Wider Circle, we connect neighbors for better health. Wider Circle’s groundbreaking Connect For Life(R) program brings communities and healthcare together in-person and on-line for health, wellness, and social activities that improve mental and physical health. We create webs of community circles by employing local and culturally competent engagement specialists whose hands-on approach is informed by a sophisticated analytics platform. We are on a mission to make the world a better place for older adults and disadvantaged communities. Job Overview: Wider Circle is seeking a passionate and dedicated Member Engagement Lead to play a vital role in our groundbreaking program, which connects neighbors for better health outcomes. The successful candidate will radiate confidence and empathy, establish trust with our members, and skillfully switch between one-on-one and group interactions. They will tirelessly utilize any means necessary to connect and engage with members, including in-person/virtual group events, home visits, and telephone outreach. As a Member Engagement Lead, they will be seen as a mentor to others in the organization, supporting and leading peer groups as needed. Join us in our battle against healthcare inequity. Responsibilities Build relationships with individuals and communities to promote health and wellness. Conduct community-based outreach and education on healthcare services, disease prevention, and healthy lifestyles. Advocate for member and community needs within healthcare systems and social services. Establish partnerships with community-based organizations to broaden the range of support services available to our members. Provide culturally appropriate health education on topics such as nutrition, chronic disease management, mental health, and preventative care. Support individuals in understanding and navigating the healthcare system. Organize workshops and informational sessions on healthcare topics. Assist individuals in accessing medical care, insurance programs, and social services. Help members close care gaps by scheduling appointments and reminders, assisting with paperwork, and understanding their treatment plans. Identify barriers to healthcare (SDoH) and provide resources. Connect individuals with social services, such as housing, food assistance, and employment support. Document interactions in Wider Circle’s digital systems in a timely manner. Support Area Manager by assisting Specialists in their role, which can include training, shadowing or providing support to associates in need of assistance. Ability to support membership and meet required standards with little supervision. As needed, conduct in-home visits to meet with members that you are unable to reach to review their needs and discuss their access to care and/or close care gaps. Physical Demands Safely and consistently drive to public places up to 30 miles away from your home. Frequently carry up to 30 pounds of supplies. Comfortably stand and speak publicly, projecting your voice in indoor and outdoor spaces. Sit, stand, and walk routinely during events to interact effectively with members. Ability to sit for extended periods while conducting member outreach by phone. See and hear well enough to interact with members in-person or by phone and respond to member questions. Use a computer to view, enter, and update information in different systems. Effectively communicate with members in-person or virtually. Requirements A strong passion for helping and serving others. Outgoing personality and unwavering, positive attitude, with the ability to engage with others in-person and via phone or video conferencing. A genuine interest in working with Medicare/DSNP/Medicaid populations and a commitment to building strong, supportive relationships. Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with diverse community members. Proactive approach to outreach, with the ability to take lead on community engagement initiatives. Adaptability to a dynamic work environment and a willingness to learn and grow in the role. You have experience working in a remote environment and excel at working autonomously. You have flexible availability (outside of business hours) and reliable transportation when necessary. 3-5 years relevant experience. Preferred Requirements Associate or Bachelor Degree 3+ years of relevant community outreach, facilitation, or volunteer experience. Healthcare experience. Care Management experience. Experience leading and supporting peers as needed. Benefits Compensation As a venture-backed company, Wider Circle offers competitive compensation including: Performance-based incentive bonuses Opportunity to grow with the company Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision 401(k) Plan Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program Health Care FSA Dependent Care FSA Health Savings Account Voluntary Disability Benefits Basic Life and AD&D Insurance Adoption Assistance Program Training and Development Starting salary: $24.00-$25.00 And most importantly, an opportunity to LOVE, LEARN, and GROW with us! Wider Circle is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion supports our ability to build diverse teams and develop inclusive work environments. We believe in empowering people and valuing their differences. We are committed to equal employment opportunity without consideration of race, color, religion, ethnicity, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex or gender, or any other basis protected by law.

Trenton, NJ, USA

$24-25

Peer Specialist- WES Care63392075441411122

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Peer Specialist- WES Care

JOB TITLE: Certified Peer Specialist $18-$20/hr. Currently hiring for a start date of mid-June/beginning of July. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Philadelphia Model: Integrating behavioral health services in Long-Term Care (LTC) will provide highly st111ct11red therapeutic residential behavioral healthcare and treatment for frail adults who are eligible for skilled nursing level of care who also have serious mental illness (SMI) and who have reached maximum benefit from the mental health resources available elsewhere in the community or hospital. The program philosophy is to create a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment where frail older adults with serious mental illness that may include other complex behavioral health needs and/or prior criminal history - and need long-term skilled nursing services - can receive the care and services needed to address their holistic needs free of stigma. A multi-disciplinary team will provide both long-term care and behavioral health services in this integrated program. All team members will adhere to the WES CARE at West Park philosophy of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and adhere to the mission to promote total wellness and provide high-quality residential health services to culturally diverse populations through a combination of compassion, innovative thinking, nimble and adaptive strategy, and engagement with clients, staff, and provider partners. GENERAL OVERVIEW OF KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES: This is a behavioral health position where the individual is held to high professional standards. The person occupying this position will foster supportive peer relationships with and among persons in recovery to empower them to act on issues affecting their lives, including health, education, problem-solving, self-esteem, and positive coI11ll1unication. It is essential that the Certified Peer Specialist demonstrate a personal belief in recovery, a sincere interest in the welfare of persons in recovery who live in a nursing home, and the ability to engage individuals with flexibility and an individualized focus. The CPS will promote and contribute positively to the program and program relationships. The Certified Peer Specialist will assist individuals in identifying their personal interests and goals in relation to recovery and assist with identifying and linking him/her to possible matches and opportunities between their interests, nursing home, and community resources. Certified Peer Specialists will provide education about addiction and recovery to individuals, families, and communities. CPS will create strategies to increase recovery success and help individuals make connections to other service systems. The Certified Peer Specialist will visit the Person in Recovery as part of outreach support when needed. The CPS will be required to work flexible hours on and off-site depending on program needs and structure between Monday and Sunday. The individual is to be supervised by the Program Director. ESSENTIAL & CORE FUNCTIONS: I. Acts as an integral member of the WES CARE at West Park Team. 2. Provides a role model for persons in recovery, other staff, and family members. 3. Instills hope in the recovery process by sharing personal experiences of recovery and process. 4. Assists in the development of a culture of recovery and peer support by engaging in and supporting peer relationships. 5. Assists with evaluating an individual's recovery needs, interests, and progress towards personal wellness. Appropriately engages with persons in recovery and supports them in identifying strengths, existing supports, and community resources. 7. Assertively supports connections to community-based, mutual self-help groups or other groups in the nursing home. 8. Supports persons in recovery in building and strengthening linkages with community resources and family members. 9. Attends and completes all mandatory staff training. 10. Attends all scheduled supervision sessions with immediate supervisor or designee. 11. Plan and develop groups appropriate to the needs, interests, and desires of nursing home residents. This can include helping individuals actively participate in creating/maintaining their care plans, creating Psychiatric Advanced Directives, and creating peer support. 12. Provide individual support to residents with changes in their medical condition who want to participate in resident council, connecting to families, attending care conference or other activities in the nursing home in addition to providing support in crisis as part of a team. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned. Work in partnership with program staff to ensure that ongoing nursing home, community integration activities, and outreach continue for all program graduates. Co-facilitate a community re-entry group for individuals who leave the program. PREREQUISITES & QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION: I. Peer Specialist Certification required. 2. A self-identified current or former user of mental health or co-occurring services who can relate to nursing home residents who are now using those services. 3. High school diploma or GED. 4. Within the last three years, there have been 12 months (not necessarily consecutive) of full or part-time paid or volunteer experience in the co-occurring field. 5. Ability to establish trusting and collaborative relationships with their peers. 6. Commitment to recovery, choice, empowerment, and the ability of people with serious mental illness or co occt11Ting disorders to live meaningful lives in the community. COMPETENCIES & PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS 1. Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. 2. Ability to work independently. 3. Excellent oral and written communication skills. 4. Knowledge and experience with co-occurring disorders. 5. Promotes self-determination and independence for consumer empowerment. 6. Promotes and builds positive self-images in consumers. 7. Empowers people in recovery to create a sense of purpose in life and engage in activities that support their goals and interests. 8. Competent computer skills knowledge and use. ORGANIZATIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY & RELATIONSHIPS: 1. The individual is to be supervised by the Program Director. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While perfo1ming the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; wallc; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The job requires specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Philadelphia, PA, USA

$18-20

Workable

Crisis Response Worker

Access Services is seeking to hire a high-energy and self-motivated Crisis Response Worker to join our Montgomery County Mobile Crisis team, with an office based out of Plymouth Meeting, PA. Montgomery County Mobile Crisis offers 24/7 support to people of all ages in difficult times. Individuals in crisis can speak with a counselor regarding mental health, addiction, trauma, etc., either by phone/video or in-person in their homes or communities. As a Crisis Response Worker, you will have the opportunity to sit and be present with people on some of the hardest days of their lives. You will be expected to work alongside teammates, supporting individual in crisis while also maintaining a supportive and growth focused team dynamic. Our team seeks to continually learn and grow together. Crisis response work is excellent, diversified experience for those looking to pursue a career in social services. You will meet people from all walks of life and have a chance to make a real impact in critical moments. You will experience the value of partnership with various providers, emergency services, schools, and teammates to support individuals and communities in times of crisis. Visit our Facebook page to get a glimpse of what we do: https://www.facebook.com/MobileCrisisSupport/ Visit our webpage to view a 3 minute video, and learn how we creatively serve and strengthen our community: https://www.accessservices.org/services/mobile-crisis/ Work Schedule: 40 hours per week: 4 days per week, 10 hour shifts. Schedules vary from week to week, and can occur on weekdays and/or weekends. Participate in on-call rotation, providing back up support to overnight staff. Requirements Key Responsibilities of the Crisis Response Worker: Provide immediate access to “hands-on” crisis support through phone counseling and mobile in-person crisis intervention. Provide rapid and effective assessment, support, hospitalization (when necessary), linkage to community resources, crisis prevention planning, and follow up. Develop and write action plans in a timely manner with clear and measurable outcomes. Participate in assertive outreach to individuals identified to be high users of crisis services. Complete progress notes and required documentation in a timely manner for each individual served. Qualifications of the Crisis Response Worker: Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as psychology, social work, etc. (required) Some prior work or internship experience related to mental health (strongly preferred) Valid driver’s license with 2+ years of driving experience, reliable vehicle, and adequate car insurance (required) No Driver’s License suspensions in the last 48 months Benefits Compensation: $21/hourly Our full-time comprehensive benefits package includes: Health, Vision, Rx, & Dental insurances, HSA/FSA, 401k program. Tuition Reimbursement Program. 20 days PTO (vacation/sick), 7 agency holidays, 2 floating holidays. Mileage/Toll Reimbursement, paid travel time between worksites. Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, Catastrophic Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave. Employee Assistance Program (telehealth/in person). Referral Bonuses up to $750 per hire. College tuition discounts, Credit Union perks, retail discounts. Access Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #CW333 TRIAD7

Plymouth Meeting, PA, USA

$21