Rehabilitation Counselor (Developmental Services)

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 4,500 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

* A.A. degree in the social sciences or health care related field and one year of relevant experience in the MH/MR field or High school diploma and two years experience in the mental health field; or any combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required.

* Demonstrated crisis intervention/prevention and de-escalation skills required.

* Good communication skills, both oral & 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.

* Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills.

* 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.

Please visit our website at to apply. Only applicants who apply through our website will be considered.

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