Residential Living Specialist
Trevose, PA 
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Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity).


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Residential Living Specialist
Req Code:2023:2552-002
County:Bucks County, PA
FT/PT:On-Call
Location:2552- Shore @ The Villiage
Schedule:On-Call
Job Description/Essential Functions:

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:

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.
Supervision Received:
* Receives general supervision from assigned Program Manager.
Supervision Exercised:
* N/A

Job Qualifications:
Qualifications:
* Associates 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 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
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
2+ years
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