Residential Living Specialist - Job at Horizon House in Norristown, PA

Residential Living Specialist

Norristown, PA

Posted 10 days ago

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Job Description

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

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Residential Living Specialist

Req Code:	2024:2522-006
County:	Montgomery County, PA
FT/PT:	Part Time
Location:	2522-Montco Air
Schedule:	16 Hours

Job Description/Essential Functions:

Horizon House, Inc. 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, we have been dedicated to helping people with mental illness, drug and alcohol addictions, developmental/intellectual disabilities, and homelessness to stabilize their lives and to help them live as independently as possible in the community. With over 100 locations throughout South and Northeastern Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware, Horizon House provides services to a diverse population focusing on individual strength and choice. Currently, we are seeking a Part-time Residential Living Specialist to work in our Behavioral Health Services Division.

Purpose:
* To facilitate client growth and development toward self-sufficiency in daily living skills, socialization and community living.
* To facilitate clients' stabilization in the community. * To work cooperatively with team members.

Additional Duties include:
-Facilitate and reinforce skill development in the following areas: social supports, food management, self-care preservation/personal hygiene, relapse prevention, medication management, stress management techniques, money management, utilization of public transportation and participation in meaningful and planned community activities.
-Complete documentation, including progress notes and service plans, as required by regulations.
-Provide resolution and follow-up to crises or problems, in conjunction with managerial input.
-Serve as an advocate for clients to assume a proactive role in their rehabilitative process

Job Qualifications:

Qualifications:
* Associate degree and 2 years' experience working in the mental health field or High school diploma and 3 years' experience in the mental health field; or any combination of education, experience and training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required. Demonstrated crisis intervention/prevention and de-escalation skills required.
* Proficient communication skills, both oral and written.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Some knowledge of the mental health system and supports.
* Required to possess a valid drivers' license with an acceptable driving record.

Scope:
* Frequent talking and listening.
* 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 require 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 and generous paid time off, retirement savings plan, tax sheltered annuity, tuition reimbursement and opportunities for advancement.
To be considered an applicant for this position please complete the pre- employment application by going to www.hhinc.org/careers.
Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veterans/Disabilities/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.

Job Summary

Company

Horizon House

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Required Education

High School or Equivalent

Required Experience

2+ years