Primary Counselor - Job at Horizon House in Swarthmore, PA

Primary Counselor

Swarthmore, PA

Posted 11 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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Primary Counselor

Req Code:	2024:2312-002
County:	Delaware County, PA
FT/PT:	Full Time
Location:	2312-CRR: Prospect Park
Schedule:	Full Time 40

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

Our Delaware County program is seeking a dedicated Primary Counselor. The Primary Counselor provides guidance and support to all clients; teach and reinforce skill development in the areas of mental health symptom reduction, daily living skills, routine medical care, and personal hygiene

The Primary Counselor also participate in the development of individual service plans for assigned clients.

* Conducts a weekly counseling session with all assigned clients to review progress toward treatment plan goals. Successful completion of medication training.
* Maintains and monitors medications consistent with individuals' self-medication plans, in compliance with State and Agency medication administration regulations.
* Tracks all client progress, as identified in their individual service plans. Provide supplemental reports on individual growth and development, as required. * Record their progress as they move through the service delivery system.
* Schedules and participates in treatment team meetings and case conferences to discuss progress, needs and concerns of clients.
* Interfaces with other members of the support team, which may include vocational/educational instruction staff, consultants, case managers, members of the medical profession and family members, as needed.
* Participates in the resolution of crisis situations; assist with identifying key individuals and resources that can provide direct support and/or immediate intervention during a crisis situation.

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; or any 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.

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 drivers' license and an acceptable driving record (contingent upon facility location and client and program needs).
* May require crisis intervention in emergency situations.
* May be expected to report to work as needed 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 Experience

1+ years