Residential Advisor

Horizon House Careers•Philadelphia, PA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

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 an Part-Time Residential Advisor to work in our Developmental Services Division ( Oakmont ST,19111 ). 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 Program Plans and document client 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.

Requirements

A. degree in the social sciences or health care related field and one year of relevant experience in the MH/MR field; prior experience with implementing behavior management plans and/or supports; or a combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required.
Very good communication skills, both oral & written.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
This level will be utilized when the needs of the population serviced are determined to be more challenging and there is a history of behavioral problems.
May be required to possess a valid drivers' license and an acceptable driving record (contingent upon facility location and client and program needs).
May be required to report to work during emergencies including inclement weather

Responsibilities

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.
Assist in the design and implementation of the Individual Program Plans and document client progress as they move through the service delivery system.
Advocate resident growth toward independence in self-care, daily living skills, socialization and community living.