Psych Rehab Worker

Horizon House, Inc.; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental benefits

9 paid holidays

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Horizon House, Inc. is seeking a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker to deliver PSR services in a facility-based and community setting within our Suburban Behavioral Health Services Region in Chester, PA.

You will help individuals develop living, learning, working, and social skills while supporting access to desired services. The role requires strong communication, documentation, and independence, with teamwork and knowledge of the mental health system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• Associates degree with 1 year mental health direct service experience, CPS with 1 year experience, or HS diploma with 2 years in human services including mental health direct service.

Responsibilities

• Provide Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (PSR) facility-based and community-based as assigned.
• Assist in developing individualized rehabilitation plans and monitor progress.
• Facilitate skill-building for daily living, socialization, education/vocational supports, and recreation.
• Establish liaison with service providers to coordinate care.
• Participate in crisis resolution and provide immediate intervention when needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Documentation skills

Computer skills

Independent worker

Teamwork

Knowledge of mental health system

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associates degree + 1 year relevant experience

CPS certification + 1 year experience

High School diploma/GED + 2 years in Human Services

Tools

MS Word

Internet research

Job 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. With over 100 locations throughout southeastern Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware, Horizon House provides services to a diverse population focusing on individual strengths and choices.

Our Suburban Behavioral Health Services Region in Chester, PA is seeking dedicated Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker. The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker provides Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (PSR) facility based and/or in the community as assigned, facilitates group to enhance an individual’s knowledge to develop, enhance and retain skills and competencies in living, learning, working and socializing. Help individuals receive the level of and/or have access to the services/supports they choose, so that an individual can live in the environment of their choice. Monitor and track progress of individual’s in assigned caseload; participate in the development of individualized rehabilitation plans.

Provides and facilitates individual's skill development and support which includes daily living, socialization, educational/vocational supports and opportunities, and leisure/recreation activities planning including community integration and community connections.

Participate in the resolution of crisis situations; assist with identifying individuals and resources that can provide direct support and/or immediate intervention during a crisis situation.

Establish and maintain liaisons with other service providers to promote program coordination and enhance individuals services.

• Bachelors degree, or Associates degree and 1 year work experience in mental health direct service, or CPS certification and 1 year paid or volunteer experience, or a High School diploma/GED and 2 years work experience in Human Services, which must include 1 year of mental health direct service.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as be detail-oriented and able to complete a high volume of documentation in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills are required, as well as Internet research abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of mental health system and supports.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Scope:

• Frequent talking and listening.
• Requires lifting and/or carrying and the ability to fold, kneel, stack, stoop and bend which may include direct client intervention.
• Must be available for local travel.
• May require crisis intervention for emergency situations.
• Participation in on call coverage as applicable.
• May be required to report to work during emergencies including inclement weather.

Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including: medical & dental, (9) nine paid holidays, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement savings plan, voluntary tax sheltered annuity, transit benefit program, opportunities for advancement and more.

Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer -

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