Crisis Worker

Job Description

Job Description

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 qualified candidates for the Crisis Worker position. To provide support in a residential setting to individuals experiencing mental health crisis who do not pose an immediate risk to their own or the safety of others, assist individuals with learning to live and function as independently as possible in the community, facilitate participation in the development and implementation of individual program plans and
coordination and arrangement of the provision of specialized services.

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalency and 3 years of mental health direct care experience or any
combination of experience, education, or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill, and ability required. Other experience or education may be required by the credentialing body where appropriate.
• Knowledge of mental health systems and supports
• Knowledgeable of privacy of information regulations and guidelines pertaining to their access, use,
and disclosure requirements.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Scope:
• Frequent talking and listening.
• Manual dexterity.
• Flexibility in scheduling and availability to do 24-hour on-call coverage.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, lift, carry, fold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop, and bend, which may include direct
intervention with participants.
• Local travel required, including transporting program participants.
• May be required to report to work during emergencies, including inclement weather.
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of participants during emergency situations.

Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental, (9) nine paid holidays and generous paid time off, a retirement savings plan, a 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
Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veterans/Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.