Mental Health Associate - Degree Required Job at Horizon House, Wilmington, DE

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  • Horizon House
  • Wilmington, DE

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified candidates interested in joining our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team, in Wilmington, DE .

The Mental Health Associate as part of the ACT multidisciplinary team provide rehabilitation and support functions and assist in treatment, provide substance abuse services, education, support and consultation to families; and provide crisis intervention under clinical supervision.

Some of the responsibilities would include the following:
  • Act as a liaison and consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the treatment process.

  • Provide service coordination (case management) for assigned group of participants including coordinating and monitoring the activities of the individual’s treatment team; assume primary responsibility for developing, writing, implementing, evaluating and revising the overall treatment goals and plans in collaboration with the participant and the Team.

  • Provide on-call crisis intervention covering nighttime hours.

  • Provides symptom education to enable participants to identify their mental illness symptoms.

  • Coordinate with state vocational rehabilitation and other employment services.

  • Provide treatment, rehabilitation and support services with some interventions directed or performed by staff with specialty training and skills (e.g. vocational specialist).

Job Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, counseling or a related human services degree.

  • Knowledge of mental health and substance abuse systems and supports.

  • Mental Health Associate with ability to work independently.

  • Good communication skills both oral and written.

  • Possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

  • Ability to travel to several residential locations. During working hours company vehicle provided.

Scope:

  • Frequent talking and listening.

  • Requires the ability to lift, carry, hold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop, and bend which may include direct intervention with participants.

  • Local travel required, including transporting program participants.

  • Requires carrying a cell phone and being available to respond to emergency situations.

  • May be required to report to work during emergencies, including inclement weather.

  • May require crisis intervention in emergency situations.

Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including medical; and dental, (9) nine paid holidays and generous time off, retirement savings plan, tax shelter annuity, tuition reimbursement, opportunity for advancement and more.

To be considered as an applicant for this position please complete the pre-employment application by going to

Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer-M/F/V/D/Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity.

Company Description

Horizon House 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.

Company Description

Horizon House 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.

Job Tags

Local area, Night shift,

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