Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking qualified candidates with bachelor's degree in the field of mental health services that are interested in joining our Residential Group Home team as a Direct Support Professional in Wilmington, Delaware and Newark, Delaware.

Work Schedules

Full time 40 hours per week

Part time 16 hours 2-day workweek

Hire requirements include new hire orientation first five (5) day workweek Mon-Fri and schedule day shift at our Philadelphia location, no parking concerns, and mileage reimbursement.

The Direct Support Professional / Residential Associate Clinician will provide coordination and guidance, counseling, and encouragement to participants as they transition from residential services to a more independent environment. The Residential Associate Clinician will also implement and document participant’s progress in accordance with individualized rehabilitation plans and ensure a safe, healthy and secure environment which promotes growth and development.

Some additional responsibilities would include the following:

• Complete the initial and annual participant assessments and develop the participant’s recovery plan from a person-centered perspective.
• Assist with the presentation in case conference for assigned participants.
• Responsible for the care and maintenance of case records for all assigned participants.
• Act as a liaison and consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the recovery process.
• Provide ongoing assessment of participant’s mental illness symptoms and their responses to recovery to ensure that immediate and appropriate interventions are provided.
• Participate in staff planning, training and internal/external administrative meetings.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, nursing, rehabilitation, education or other mental health field from an accredited college or university.
• Direct experience in mental health services with emphasis on direct care in a community-based setting.
• Ability to work independently and to exercise initiative.
• Good communication skills both oral and written.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Scope:

• Requires the ability to lift, carry, fold, bend, kneel, stack, stoop, which includes direct intervention with participants.
• Frequent talking and listening.
• Ability to climb and descend stairs.
• Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Requires crisis intervention in emergency situations.
• May be required to report to work during emergencies including inclement weather.

Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including medical and dental, (9) nine paid holidays and generous time off, tax shelter annuity, retirement saving plan, tuition reimbursement and the opportunity for advancement.

Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veterans/Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Horizon House is a nationally recognized provider of services to adults with support needs due to developmental disabilities, behavioral health issues and substance abuse. Horizon House is Pennsylvania’s oldest psychiatric rehabilitation agency.

Company Description

Horizon House is a nationally recognized provider of services to adults with support needs due to developmental disabilities, behavioral health issues and substance abuse. Horizon House is Pennsylvania’s oldest psychiatric rehabilitation agency.

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