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Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity).

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Residential Advisor (Developmental Services)

Req Code: 2024:3120-001

County: Philadelphia County, PA

FT/PT: Full Time

Location: 3120-CH: 350 E. Willow Gr

Schedule: 32 hours

Job Description/Essential Functions:

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 4,5000 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.

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 Recovery Plans and document participant 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

As well as other duties assigned

Job Qualifications:

A successful applicant will have the following: A.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. Good communication skills, both oral and written Ability to work independently and as part of a team Requires the ability to lift carry, fold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop and bend which may include direct intervention with residents Required to possess a valid drivers' license and an acceptable driving record May require frequent crisis intervention in emergency situations May be required to report to work during emergencies including inclement weather

Scope:

Frequent talking and listening. Light lifting or carrying not to exceed 25 lbs. May require verbal crisis intervention assistance in emergency situations.

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

You must apply on our website to be considered an applicant

EOE: M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Horizon House is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, Horizon House considers qualified applicants for positions without regard to  race, color, religious creed, gender identity, marital status, military status, ancestry, national origin, English Limited Proficiency (LEP), age, sex, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, source of income, familial status, domestic or sexual violence victim status, LGBTQ, AIDS or HIV status, union membership,  veteran status, psychiatric disability, other disability or other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodation is available during the application process upon request without penalty.  Horizon House is committed to these principles in our employment practices.