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

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Outreach Specialist

Req Code: 2023:2822-014

County: Philadelphia County, PA

FT/PT: On-Call

Location: 2822-Navigation Center

Schedule: Rotating Shifts-Over night

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 Outreach Specialist to work in our Behavioral Health Services Division. The qualified candidate will provide services to homeless individuals encountered in the Cafe during hours mandated by the city of Philadelphia's Coordinated Cafe Initiative. The qualified applicant  will engage homeless persons with accepting appropriate services, which may include the facilitation of voluntary/involuntary hospitalization and/or referrals to other supports.

Some of the responsibilities include the following: Providing services to homeless individuals encountered in the Cafe during hours mandated by the City of Philadelphia's Coordinated Cafe Initiative. Engaging homeless persons into accepting appropriate services, which may include the facilitation of voluntary/involuntary hospitalizations and/or referrals to other supports. Implementing the overall mission, values and beliefs of Horizon House in all aspects of the job. Providing intervention, assessment and engagement services during overnight shifts. Refer homeless individuals by utilizing local resource networks. Participating in the resolution of crisis situations. Ensure safety by facilitating voluntary and involuntary (when necessary) hospitalizations through the petitioning of 302 procedures. Responsible for completing all documents required to complete petitions. Work cooperatively with local service providers and funding sources. Maintaining a close liaison with the local community and area service providers/agencies to facilitate program cooperation and provide for constructive input and/or alternative resources. Monitoring the trends within the homeless community and share knowledge with the Program Manager. Serving as an advocate and encourage clients to assume a proactive role in their rehabilitation and recovery process.

Job Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED and a minimum of (3) years of relevant experience in substance abuse counseling; or any combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required.

Experience in working with Drug and Alcohol affected clients preferred

Strong interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a focused team.

Mental Health knowledge desired

Scope:

Frequent talking and listening.

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

Requires the ability to appropriately interact with and support individuals in dealing with crisis situations.

May require possession of a valid driver's license.

May require working varied shifts.

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 s eltered 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 accommodation is available during the application process upon request without penalty.  Horizon House is committed to these principles in our employment practices.