Residential Associate Clinician

Horizon-House; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Horizon-House is looking for a Residential Associate Clinician to join their team in Sussex County, Delaware. The role involves providing support and guidance to participants transitioning from residential services to independent living. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant mental health field and direct experience in mental health services. Benefits include competitive compensation, medical coverage, paid holidays, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant mental health field from an accredited college or university.
• Direct experience in mental health services focusing on community-based settings.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide guidance to participants transitioning to independence.
• Develop participant recovery plans based on assessments.
• Liaise with community agencies and families for coordination in recovery.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of mental health systems

Direct experience in mental health services

Education

Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field

Job description

Overview

Horizon House is a nationally recognized provider of services to adults with support needs due to developmental disabilities, behavioral health issues, and substance abuse. Horizon House is Pennsylvania’s oldest psychiatric rehabilitation agency. Since 1952, Horizon House has been dedicated to helping people with mental illness, drug and alcohol addictions, developmental/intellectual disabilities, and homelessness to stabilize their lives and to assist them to live as independently as possible in a community-based setting. With over 100 locations throughout southeastern Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware, Horizon House provides services to a diverse population focusing on individual strength and choice.

We are seeking a qualified candidate interested in joining our Residential Service Group Home team at our location Sussex County, Delaware, 19947.

Responsibilities

The Residential Associate Clinician will provide coordination and guidance, counseling, and encouragement to participants as they transition from residential services to a more independent environment. The Residential Associate Clinician will also implement and document participant’s progress in accordance with individualized rehabilitation plans and ensure a safe, healthy and secure environment which promotes growth and development.

• Complete the initial and annual participant assessments and develop the participant’s recovery plan from a person-centered perspective.
• Assist with the presentation in case conference for assigned participants.
• Responsible for the care and maintenance of case records for all assigned participants.
• Act as a liaison and consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the recovery process.
• Provide ongoing assessment of participant’s mental illness symptoms and their responses to recovery to ensure that immediate and appropriate interventions are provided.
• Participate in staff planning, training and internal/external administrative meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, nursing, vocational/psychiatric rehabilitation, education or another mental health field from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of mental health and substance abuse systems and supports.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Direct experience in mental health services with emphasis on direct care in a community-based setting.

Scope of Work

• Requires the ability to lift, carry, fold, bend, kneel, stack, stoop, which includes direct intervention with participants.
• Frequent talking and listening.
• Ability to climb and descend stairs.
• Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• Requires crisis intervention in emergency situations.
• 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 and dental coverage, nine paid holidays, generous time off, a tax-sheltered annuity, a retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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