Residential Service Assistant

Horizon House, Inc.; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

9 paid holidays

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Horizon House, Inc. in Georgetown, Delaware, seeks a compassionate Residential Service Worker to support adults with developmental disabilities and behavioral health needs within a group home setting.

The role requires 40 hours per week across 8-hour shifts, with duties including skill development, documentation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to promote independence and quality of life. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication, and a valid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 2 years’ experience in mental health preferred.
• Strong communication and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with EHR, Outlook, MS Word, and Excel.
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support skill development in social supports, including self-care and community activities.
• Complete documentation, including progress notes and service plans, per regulations.
• Coordinate with treatment team, staff, instructors, clinicians, and family.
• Provide ongoing support and crisis prevention in the program.
• Perform other duties to enhance overall service delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent worker

EHR proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EHR

Outlook

MS Word

Excel

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. 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 Southeast Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware, Horizon House provides services to a diverse population, focusing on individual strength and choice.

We are expanding our team and are seeking qualified candidates to join our Residential Service Group Home team at our location Georgetown, Delaware.

Work Schedule:

The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, consisting of 8-hour shifts. Work schedules are developed based on the current program and operational needs.

• Candidate must be available to work one of the following shifts: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM, 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM
• Facilitate and reinforce skill development in social supports, in areas including food management, self-care preservation/personal hygiene, relapse prevention, medication management, self-care preservation/personal hygiene, money management money, and planned community activities.
• Complete documentation, including progress notes and service plans, as required by regulations.
• Establish an ongoing dialogue with other members of the treatment team, including program staff, vocational/educational instructors, consultants, members of the medical profession, and family members to provide continuous support.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as they relate to the overall enhancement of program service delivery.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required, 2 years’ experience working in the mental health field, or any combination of experience, education, or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill, and ability preferred.
• Very good communication skills and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in various computer technologies including Electronic Health Record, Outlook, MS Word, and Excel.
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.

Scope:

• Requires the ability to lift, carry, fold, kneel, stack, stoop and bend which may include direct intervention with
  participants
• Frequent talking and listening.
• 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.

Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including medical and dental, (9) nine paid holidays, generous time off, tax shelter annuity, retirement saving plan, tuition reimbursement, and the opportunity for advancement.

Horizon House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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