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

Residential Living Specialist

Trevose, PA

Posted 8 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:	2021:2552-013
County:	Bucks County, PA
FT/PT:	Part Time
Location:	2552- Shore @ The Villiage
Schedule:	Saturday & Sunday 12am-8am

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.

We are seeking qualified candidates for the position of Residential Living Specialist (Direct Care Worker). The position has responsibility for providing care and supervision of all assigned residents to ensure a safe, healthy, secure and pleasant environment, which promotes and reinforces resident growth and development. The Residential Living Specialist (Direct Care Worker) assists in the design and implementation of the Individual Recovery Plans and document participant progress as they move through the service delivery system. The Residential Living Specialist (Direct Care Worker) advocates for resident growth toward independence in self-care, daily living skills, socialization and community living. Other responsibilities include the following:

* Provide all assigned participants' basic needs and assist with 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.
* Ensure participants' are transported to assigned programs, appointments and/or destinations. May arrange for transportation and/or accompany participants to appointments.
* Administer medications consistent with participants' self- medication plans, in accordance with State and Agency medication administration regulations. Inventory medications and complete all appropriate forms, as assigned. Must successfully complete the agency's medication administration training.
* Complete documentation, including progress notes, daily logs, and service plans, as required by regulations. Implement and track all participants' progress. Provide direct input and follow-up reports on individual growth and development, as required.

Job Qualifications:

* Ideal candidates will have a High school diploma and a combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required.
* Knowledge of mental health systems and supports.
* Knowledgeable of privacy of information regulations and guidelines pertaining to their access, use, and disclosure requirements.
* Good communication skills, both oral and written.
* Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required.

Scope:
* Requires the ability to lift, carry, fold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop and bend which may include direct intervention with participants.
* Assist participants with moving from bed to chair, chair to shower, etc.
* Frequent talking and listening.
* May require crisis intervention in emergency situations.
* Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
* May be required to report to work during emergencies including inclement weather.

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

Open