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

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Rehabilitation Counselor

Req Code: 2018:2150-010

County: Philadelphia County, PA

FT/PT: On-Call

Location: 2150-Susquehanna Park

Schedule: As needed

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 On Call Rehabilitation Counselor to work in our Behavioral Health Services Division. Purpose: * Provide support, education, counseling and guidance to participants in the recovery process. * Develop and reinforce mechanisms and resources to facilitate a substance free life style * Ensure a safe, secure and pleasant environment, in compliance with Agency policies and procedures and applicable regulations. * Implement the overall mission, values and beliefs of Horizon House in all aspects of the job. Supervision Received: * Receives direct supervision from the Supervisor. Supervision exercised: * N/A

Job Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED and 1-2 years of relevant experience in substance abuse counseling or working with the homeless population; or any combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required.
• Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) preferred, and ongoing coursework in Drug and Alcohol Counseling to qualify for recertification.
• Some knowledge of multiple support systems for substance abusers or the homeless.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a focused team.

Scope: * Frequent talking ,listening and monitoring. * Requires the ability to lift, carry, fold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop, climb stairs and bend which may include direct intervention with residents. * May require verbal crisis intervention assistance in emergency situations. * Must be available for local travel and possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. * Scheduling flexibility and possible on-call work are necessary. * May be required to report to work during emergencies including inclement weather.

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. To be considered an applicant, please you can apply at  and click on the careers tab. 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 acco modation is available during the application process upon request without penalty.  Horizon House is committed to these principles in our employment practices.