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Horizon House Inc Rehabilitation Counselor in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity).

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Rehabilitation Counselor

Req Code: 2023:2120-010

County: Philadelphia County, PA

FT/PT: Part Time

Location: 2120-CRR:Spruce Hill

Schedule: As needed

Job Description/Essential Functions:

Purpose: * To provide care and supervision of all assigned clients to ensure a safe, healthy, secure and pleasant environment, which promotes growth and development. * To facilitate client growth and development toward independence in self-care, daily living skills, socialization and community living. * To participate in the development of the individual service plans and related documentation. Supervision Received: * Receives direct supervision from an assigned Supervisor. Supervision Exercised: * N/A

Job Qualifications:

Qualifications: * A.A. degree in the social sciences or health care related field and one year of relevant experience in the MH/MR field; or any combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required. * Good communication skills, both oral and written. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Scope: * 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 be required to possess a valid drivers' license and an acceptable driving record (contingent upon facility location and client and program needs). * May require crisis intervention in emergency situations. * May be required to report to work during emergencies including inclement weather.

Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including medical and dental, (9) nine paid holidays and generous paid time off, retirement savings plan, tax sheltered annuity, tuition reimbursement and opportunities for advancement. To be considered an applicant for this position please complete the pre- employment application by going to www.hhinc.org/careers. Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veterans/Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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.

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