Residential Advisor Bucks

Horizon House, Inc.; Fallsington (Bucks County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

9 paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Tax sheltered annuity

Transit benefit program

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Horizon House, Inc. in Fairless Hills, PA seeks a full-time Residential Advisor to support residents in a community-based development setting within the Developmental Services Division.

You will provide care, supervise residents, help design and document Individual Program Plans, and encourage growth toward independence in daily living, self-care and social skills. A valid driver's license and a background in social/health fields are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in MH/MR field and related supports.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Capable of lifting and physical tasks as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and supervision to residents to maintain a safe environment.
• Assist in designing and implementing Individual Program Plans and document progress.
• Advocate resident growth toward independence in daily living and community living.

Skills

Mental health support experience

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

High School or better

Driver's license

Job description

Horizon House, a non-profit organization, has been widely recognized for its services as a provider of community-based behavioral health, intellectual disabled and homeless services in Eastern Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware. Each year, Horizon House provides a continuum of services at over 100 sites to over 4,500 adults with psychiatric or developmental disabilities, drug and alcohol addictions, and/or homelessness. A pioneer in the field of community-based rehabilitation, Horizon House is widely recognized for its innovative approach to the delivery of services in a community setting.

Currently, we are seeking a full-time Residential Advisor to work in our Developmental Services Division (Stanford Road, Fairless Hills, PA 19030).

Some duties to include:

• To 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.
• To assist in the design and implementation of the Individual Program Plans and document client progress as they move through the service delivery system.
• To advocate resident growth toward independence in self-care, daily living skills, socialization and community living.

Qualifications:

• A degree in the social sciences or health care related field and one year of relevant experience in the MH/MR 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.

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 drivers' 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, (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, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's license

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