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 Northeastern Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware, Horizon House provides services to a diverse population focusing on individual strength and choice.
We are seeking qualified candidates for the position of Rehabilitation Counselor. The position has responsibility to provide guidance and support to all clients; teach and reinforce skill development in the areas of nutrition, basic self-care, routine medical care and follow-up, as developed through the joint planning sessions of the individual service plans. 2. Review and modify individual service plans to accommodate growth and development. 3. Ensure the overall safety of assigned individuals by maintaining a hazard free environment and avoiding potentially dangerous situations.
Other responsibilities include the following:
- 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.
- Provide guidance and support to all clients; teach and reinforce skill development in the areas of nutrition, basic self-care, routine medical care and follow-up, as developed through the joint planning sessions of the individual service plans.
- Review and modify individual service plans to accommodate growth and development.
- Successful completion of medication training. Maintain and monitor medications consistent with individuals' self-medication plans, in compliance with State and Agency medication administration regulations.
- Track all client progress, as identified in their individual service plans. Provide supplemental reports on individual growth and development, as required. Record their progress as they move through the service delivery system.
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