Rehabilitation Advisor

Horizon House, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental benefits

Nine paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Horizon House, Inc. in Philadelphia is seeking an On-Call Residential Advisor for its Developmental Services Division. The role involves providing care and supervision to residents, assisting in individual program plans, and advocating for their growth towards independence.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in social sciences or healthcare and relevant experience in the mental health field. Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree in the social sciences or health-care related field and one year of relevant experience in the mental health/mental retardation field.
• Prior experience with implementing behavior management plans and/or supports.
• Ability to lift, carry, kneel, reach, stack, stoop, and bend, possibly involving direct intervention.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and supervision to all assigned residents.
• Assist in designing and implementing Individual Program Plans.
• Advocate for resident growth toward independence.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Behavior management experience

Education

Degree in social sciences or healthcare

High School diploma

Job description

Horizon House, a non‑profit organization, provides community‑based behavioral health, intellectual disability, and homeless services across Eastern Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware.

On‑Call Residential Advisor – Developmental Services Division (Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19153)

Some duties to include:

• Provide care and supervision of all assigned residents to ensure a safe, healthy, secure and pleasant environment, which promotes and reinforces resident growth and development.
• Assist in the design and implementation of the Individual Program Plans and document client progress as they move through the service delivery system.
• Advocate resident growth toward independence in self‑care, daily living skills, socialization and community living.

Qualifications:

• Degree in the social sciences or health‑care related field and one year of relevant experience in the mental health/mental retardation field; prior experience with implementing behavior management plans and/or supports; or a combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This level will be utilized when the needs of the population serviced are determined to be more challenging and there is a history of behavioral problems.

Scope:

• Requires the ability to lift, carry, fold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop and bend which may include direct intervention with residents.
• Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• May be required to possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record (contingent upon facility location and client and program needs).
• 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, 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, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's license

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