Manager

Horizon House, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental

9 paid holidays

Generous paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Horizon House, Inc. in Philadelphia, PA seeks a Full-Time Manager for the Behavioral Health Services Division. Coordinate and supervise residents with mental health/forensic needs and lead weekend direct care staff to uphold a DBT-based milieu.

Collaborate with the Clinical Team to implement treatment plans and document progress, reflecting our mission and values. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 2+ years of supervisory experience, strong communication/writing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field with 2+ years mental health/forensic experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Supervise weekend direct care staff and operate site during assigned shifts.
• Provide guidance for DBT milieu and reinforce treatment plans.
• Collaborate with Clinical Team to document residents’ progress and goals, ensure quality service.

Skills

Communication skills

Counseling skills

Writing skills

Computer skills (EHR)

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services/Social Services, Healthcare, or related field

Tools

Electronic Health Record

Job description

Job Category: Residential Direct Care Supervisor

Requisition Number: MANAG002513

• Posted : October 23, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Philadelphia, PA 19143, USA

Description

We are seeking a Full-Time Manager for our Behavioral Health Services Division. To coordinate and provide guidance, counseling, and encouragement to program residents who have been identified as having a mental health and/or personality disorder and are involved with the criminal justice system
Assist the Director with daily site operations, including supervising all direct care weekend staff. Provide guidance and feedback to direct care staff to ensure the program milieu is consistent with the Dialectical Behavioral Therapy treatment modality. Work with the Clinical Team to implement and document treatment plan goals and residents’ progress toward those goals; uphold Horizon House's mission, values, and beliefs in all aspects.

Other Responsibilities, but not all-inclusive,

• Provide support to direct care staff and residents; ensure the delivery of appropriate services consistent with program and residents’ goals; maintain the milieu in a manner consistent with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques; ensure that required documentation of activities and residents’ progress is complete
• Reinforce implementation of the individual treatment plans; incorporate modifications and updates, as directed.
• Responsible for the operation of the site during assigned shifts

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services/Social Services, Healthcare, or a related field with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the mental health and/or forensic field. Experience in residential or other services to individuals with Severe Mental Illness or Personality Disorders strongly preferred.
• At least 1 year of prior supervisory experience required.
• Good communication skills and counseling skills.
• Good writing and computer skills required to utilize an Electronic Health Record.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Scope:

• Frequent talking and listening.
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, fold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop, and bend, which may include direct intervention with residents.
• Will require crisis intervention in emergency situations, including managing aggression.
• Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Will be required to carry an agency cell phone to perform on-call responsibilities.

Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package,

• medical and dental
• 9 paid holidays
• generous paid time off
• a retirement savings plan
• a tax-sheltered annuity
• tuition reimbursement
• opportunities for advancement

Horizon House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer #zrtm

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