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

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Lead Resilience Counselor

Req Code: 2023:2193-016

County: Philadelphia County, PA

FT/PT: Full Time

Location: 2193-PEACE: 520 N. Delaware Ave.

Schedule: Mon-Fri

Job Description/Essential Functions:

Horizon House, Inc. 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, we have been dedicated to helping people with mental illness, drug and alcohol addictions, developmental/intellectual disabilities, and homelessness to stabilize their lives and to help them live as independently as possible in the community. With over 100 locations throughout South and North Eastern Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware, Horizon House provides services to a diverse population focusing on individual strength and choice.

Currently, we are seeking a full time Lead Resilience Counselor to work in our Behavioral Health Services Division. Some of the responsibilities include the following: To provide clinical supervision in assessment and treatment planning, and in the delivery of treatment, rehabilitation and support services. To provide support and back-up to the PEACE Program Director.

Job Qualifications:

Master's degree in one of the listed concentrations (Social Work, Professional Counseling, and Psychology). License preferred. Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC), preferred. Minimum of 1-year supervisory experience preferred. Strong Organizational and time management skills Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with persons with early psychosis and respect for participant rights and personal preferences in treatment are essential. Knowledge of mental health systems and supports. Some knowledge of multiple support systems for substance users. Good communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to work independently and as part of a focused team. Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Scope: Frequent talking and listening. Requires the ability to lift, carry, fold, kneel, reach, stoop and bend which may include direct intervention with clients. Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills. Must be available for local travel. May require crisis intervention in emergency situations and availability after hours by phone for clinical needs.

Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including: medical & dental, (9) nine paid holidays, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement savings plan, voluntary tax sheltered annuity, transit benefit program, opportunities for advancement and more. Horizon House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer * M/F/Veteran/ Disability/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.