Residential Advisor Bucks

Horizon House, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental

Nine paid holidays

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Tax-sheltered annuity

Transit benefit

Job summary

Horizon House, Inc. in Southampton, PA is seeking a full-time Residential Advisor to work within the Developmental Services Division at W. Maple Drive, Southampton, PA 18966.

The role focuses on caring for residents, supervising daily activities, and promoting growth and independence within a community-based setting. You will help design and implement Individual Program Plans and document client progress as they move through services.

Qualifications

• A degree in the social sciences or health-care related field with one year of relevant MH/MR experience.
• Experience with implementing behavior management plans and/or supports preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and supervision of residents to ensure a safe, healthy environment.
• Assist in design and implementation of Individual Program Plans and document progress.
• Advocate resident growth toward independence in self-care, daily living skills, socialization and community living.

Skills

Independent worker

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in social sciences or healthcare related field

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.

We are seeking a full‑time Residential Advisor to work in the Developmental Services Division at W. Maple Drive, Southampton, PA 18966.

Responsibilities

• 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 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

• 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 provides the required level of knowledge, skill and ability.
• 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 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.

Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Horizon House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.