Residential Service Assistant Part-Time

Horizon House Careers•Georgetown, DE

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Horizon House 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, Horizon House has been dedicated to helping people with mental illness, drug and alcohol addictions, developmental/intellectual disabilities, and homelessness to stabilize their lives and to assist them to live as independently as possible in a community-based setting. With over 100 locations throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware, Horizon House provides services to a diverse population, focusing on individual strength and choice. We are expanding our team and are seeking qualified candidates to join our Residential Service Group Home team at our location Georgetown, Delaware.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
2 years’ experience working in the mental health field, or any combination of experience, education, or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill, and ability preferred.
Very good communication skills and detail-oriented.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency in various computer technologies including Electronic Health Record, Outlook, MS Word, and Excel.
Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Facilitate and reinforce skill development in social supports, in areas including food management, self-care preservation/personal hygiene, relapse prevention, medication management, self-care preservation/personal hygiene, money management money, and planned community activities.
Complete documentation, including progress notes and service plans, as required by regulations.
Establish an ongoing dialogue with other members of the treatment team, including program staff, vocational/educational instructors, consultants, members of the medical profession, and family members to provide continuous support.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as they relate to the overall enhancement of program service delivery.