Wellness Coordinator, CS Position Available In Delaware, Pennsylvania

Wellness Coordinator, CS Elwyn paid time off, tuition reimbursement United States, Pennsylvania, Media Jun 26, 2025
Overview Join a Team That Changes Lives For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives. Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters. At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others.

We offer:

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 Join us and be a part of something bigger. Apply today. Job Description As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Wellness Coordinator provides and supports others in providing normalized, empathic, therapeutic, and preventative health care to children with severe and persistent behavioral health issues within a school or residential setting. While the Wellness Coordinator will have primary responsibility to work in either the school or the residential program, they will fill-in and support in the other area as needed. The Wellness Coordinator administers medications and treatments, monitors each child’s physical and psychological status; and facilitates medical follow up as needed. The Wellness Coordinator provides education related to each child’s individualized health care needs and promotes client independence.
The Wellness Coordinator practices within the scope of Pennsylvania’s Nurse Practice Act and in accordance with Elwyn’s policies and procedures and those of Elwyn’s regulatory agencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

In a residential setting:
At the direction and under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing and/or Nurse Manager, complete a comprehensive evaluation including but not limited to medical, behavioral history and medications upon admission/readmission and as changing health needs indicate
Collaborate with physicians, physical rehabilitation professionals, therapists, health care and behavioral health professionals and other members of the Treatment Team to plan and implement the therapeutic program of care
At the direction and under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing and/or Nurse Manager, complete a Quarterly Medical evaluation that includes a review of systems, full body exam, skin checks, Braden Scale, and Fall Risk Assessment
Present clinical data obtained through direct observation, interview, physical evaluation and other reports to the larger Treatment Team; present information in a concise and organized manner
Attend and participate in team meetings by providing current client physical and medication updates
At the direction and under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing and/or Nurse Manager, develop a health care plan for children requiring 24/7 care that includes specific goals and directions for meeting the client’s health care needs
At the direction and under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing and/or Nurse Manager, review and revise the health care plan at a minimum of every 30 days and incorporate data gathered through nursing evaluation and communication with the Treatment Team
At the direction and under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing and/or Nurse Manager refer clients to external physicians when evaluation indicates further medical evaluation is required; facilitate transfer to the hospital/Emergency Department
Complete hospital and Emergency Department transfer sheets; copy and forward the annual physical exam, last set of 90 Day Physician Orders, current Medication Administration Record (MARs), and other pertinent information
Monitor weight, blood pressure, blood sugar, metabolic monitoring, body mass index (BMI) and other measurements as indicated by nursing judgement or physician orders
Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the physician in accordance with Elwyn’s medication policies and procedures; obtain verbal orders from the physician when necessary and transcribe the information as per policy
Administer and document prescribed medications and treatments on hard copy MARs or in an electronic format (eMARs); use discretion during administration of medication(s) to provide as much client privacy as possible
Administer enteral tube feedings, blood glucose testing, nebulizer treatments, and skin care as ordered by the physician; use discretion during administration to provide as much client privacy as possible
Report any observed medication and treatment side effects or abnormal laboratory values to the Director of Nursing and/or Nurse Manager (after hours) immediately
Monitor and contribute regularly to maintaining a safe and therapeutic living environment as the key healthcare representative of the interdisciplinary team including but not limited to, monitoring for potential threats to health and safety and taking appropriate action to eliminate such threats when discovered
Facilitate communication and collaboration with community-based social service agencies, healthcare providers, insurance providers, county and state offices of behavioral health, families, and other stakeholders in order to ensure quality care for the individuals served
Assure adherence to all established CRFT healthcare and safety policies, procedures, protocols, and regulations as they apply to the individuals being served
Provide information dissemination and psychoeducation training for residents and/or staff as needed to improve understanding of particular healthcare conditions
Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, crisis intervention, and medication administration using agency protocols as needed
In a school setting:
Assess student health needs to develop appropriate student health and emergency plans. Determine if a sick or injured student needs to go home or seek a higher level of care
Treat sick or injured students and chronic health conditions by providing appropriate standards of care, conduct health screenings and provide daily and emergency medications.
Performs daily Gastric Tube feedings and other medical treatments as prescribed by a physician.
Collaborate with families, family physicians, teachers, the certified school nurse and multidisciplinary professional staff to individualize student care.
Maintain quality of care by adhering to the school’s and Elwyn’s policies and procedures, PA state board of nursing requirements, PA Department of health and PA Department of Education (PDE) regulations.
Maintain a safe and compassionate work environment
Educate staff on chronic medical conditions and train staff to administer emergency medications, if needed, universal precautions, and infection control
Maintain documentation and health records; keep confidential medical information private and secure
Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Licensed to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); Registered Nurse (RN) licensure also acceptable
Clinical experience in a behavioral health setting preferred
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
Demonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actions
Must be able to perform CPR, first aid, crisis intervention and medication administration using agency protocols
Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of Electronic Health Record (EHR) / Electronic Medical Record (EMR) preferred
Demonstrated intermediate experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, and Outlook
Must have current, valid driver’s license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience in the United States, and acceptable driving record Equal Opportunity Employer 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.